Donutit

Donutit is a term used to describe a small, ring-shaped fried dough confection that is closely related to the doughnut. Typically about 2 to 4 centimeters in diameter, it may be prepared plain or filled and finished with glazing, icing, or a dusting of sugar.

The origin of the word is unclear and it does not have a standardized definition. It may be a diminutive form derived from donut or doughnut with a suffix such as -it, or a marketing coinage used by regional bakeries and culinary writers in recent years.

Historically, donuts have a long tradition across many cuisines, but the specific term donutit appears in menus, blogs, and social media in the 2010s and 2020s without a formal standard. The concept is generally understood as a bite-sized or mini version of a doughnut, though preparations and fillings can vary by region and bakery.

Preparation typically involves a yeasted or chemically leavened dough that is rolled and cut into small rings or formed into small spheres. The pieces are fried until golden, then glazed, dusted with sugar, or iced. Fillings such as fruit jam, custard, chocolate, or cream are common, and variants may include nut-based toppings, cinnamon sugar, or flavored glazes.

In culinary use, donutit is commonly found in cafes and bakeries as a snack or dessert and is frequently marketed as a bite-sized indulgence. Nutritional profiles are high in calories and sugar, and adaptations exist for gluten-free or dairy-free diets.

See also: doughnut, cronuts, Berliner.