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Few things feel as comforting as the smell of donuts drifting through the air – warm, golden, and dusted with sugar. The best donut-scented candles capture that bakery-fresh magic and bring it right into your living room, no fryer required. These candles aren’t just sweet; they’re nostalgic, wrapping your space in the familiar coziness of weekend mornings, coffee runs, and little indulgences that make life feel extra special. Whether you love the scent of powdered sugar, gooey glaze, or spiced apple cider donuts, there’s a candle that can make every day smell like a trip to your favorite bakery. We’ve sniffed quite a few of these babies, so we thought we would present you with our list of the best candles that smell like donuts!
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Bath & Body Works
Pumpkin Donut Shop
Glazed donuts, warm pumpkin spices and sprinkled with powdered sugar. Photo credit: Bath & Body Works
Mmmm…this donut scented candle is just what the doctor ordered! Pumpkin Donut Shop is all bakery all the way, with the smell of deep fried donut wafting in the air. This candle is not too strong, so it’s a bit more tame for those who prefer mildly scented candles. Still, it’s a good one! This candle comes around seasonally, so be sure to seek it out in the Fall.
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Kringle Candle
Donut Worry
This guilt-free scent is a blend of fruits, cinnamon and nutmeg; topped with creamy vanilla icing and sweet sprinkles. Photo credit: Kringle Candle
If happiness had a fragrance, Kringle Candle’s Donut Worry might be it. This sweet and cozy scent captures the warm, sugary aroma of fresh donuts straight from the bakery. Notes of fried dough, sprinkled sugar, and just a touch of spice make it feel like you’ve walked into your favorite donut shop on a crisp morning.
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Homesick
Dunkin’® Old Fashioned
Indulge in the coziness of freshly baked Old Fashioned Donuts with the sweet, but subtle scent of traditional warm spices, that wrap you in nostalgia. Photo credit: Homesick
For a donut scented candle that is not too sweet, the Dunkin’ Old Fashioned candle created by Homesick should fit the bill. Smell the warm, comforting scent of freshly baked donuts with just a hint of spice. This one is a little pricey, but it is worth every penny!
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Goose Creek
Warm Donut Sugar
Enjoy the sweet and savory aroma of a warm, sugared donut. Cinnamon Sugar, Warm Fried Dough, Soft Spices & Vanilla Bean. Photo credit: Goose Creek
Goose Creek’s Warm Donut Sugar is like stepping into a bakery first thing in the morning—where golden donuts are fresh from the fryer and dusted with a sweet coating of sugar. This candle blends warm, fluffy pastry notes with just the right touch of sweetness, creating a cozy, comforting aroma that feels both indulgent and inviting.
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Bath & Body Works
Wildberry Jam Donut
Sweet Wildberry Jam, Powdered Donut, Brown Sugar Crumble. Photo credit: Bath & Body Works
We end with where we began, but with Bath & Body Works putting out such great bakery scented candles, it’s no surprise they winded up on our list twice! Wildberry Jam Donut is more sweet than the other candles with just a bit of that bakery, fried, doughy scent to round it on out. We’re in wildberry love!
There you have it…our picks for some of the best donut scented candles that you can buy these days. From sugary glazes to warm, fried dough, donut-scented candles are the ultimate way to bring bakery-fresh comfort into your home. Each one of our selections offers its own sweet twist, but all share that same inviting charm that makes you want to sit back, relax, and savor the moment. Whether you’re chasing nostalgia or simply indulging your sweet tooth without the calories, these candles prove that sometimes happiness really is just a match away.Happy candle burning!
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