Nami tSoft tServe and Coffee
This concept was inspired by “tSoynami,” which is the owners’ own homemade, vegan “tsoft tserve” (the actual proprietary name and made with soy) ice cream brimming with all sorts of goodies like cake, cookies, chocolate or peanut butter stirred in. For their doughnuts, Nami expands this concept into baked treats, crafting 100 percent vegan doughnuts with similar vegan ingredients mixed into the dough, squeezed inside or added on top. Daily fried vegan options include blueberry, banana nut, and cookies and cream. There are also fritters, specialty maple doughnuts, and even gluten-free vegan options, which change daily. 2014 N. 7th St., Phoenix; 602.258.6264; www.tsoynami.com
Jewel's Bakery
Nami tSoft tServe and Coffee
of creations they’ve come up with, including birthday cake, apple pie, Oreo, and salted pretzel options, if you’re having trouble choosing. 10105 E. Via Linda Road, Scottsdale; 480.307.9373; www.cravegrounds.com.
This bakery was initially born out of necessity by one very determined mother. Owner Julie Moreno developed the concept when her daughter, Sophia, developed severe abdominal issues. When Sophia found relief by cutting all gluten from her diet, Julie sprang into action. After experimenting, she developed dozens of sweet and savory recipes for her daughter, each gluten-free. Word spread, and Julie eventually opened Jewel’s in Arcadia to help others like her daughter. And while not strictly a doughnut shop, those seeking a truly fantastic gluten-free goodie will love the cinnamon, chocolate or vanilla with sprinkles options as well as the special-order pistachio, s’mores and Fruity Pebbles varieties. 4041 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix; 602.714.5243; www.jewelsbakeryandcafe.com.
Rollover Doughnuts + Coffee
Like the other best shops in town, Rollover Doughnuts, which shares its space with Short Leash Hot Dogs in Downtown Phoenix, makes everything from scratch daily. But, unique to Rollover is the dough. They use brioche as the base for everything, from basic vanilla- and chocolate-glazed options to their more complex offerings, which include an orange-glazed doughnut topped with chopped pistachios and a chocolate chip cookie dough doughnut with a salty-sweet brown sugar glaze. They also have their own doughnut food truck available for parties, catering and special events. 110 E. Roosevelt St., Phoenix; 602.795.2193; www.shortleashhotdogs.com.
Masterpiece Donuts & Coffee
The Original Rainbow Donuts
This family-owned and -operated shop, which differs from the franchise by the same name, opens at 4 a.m. to ensure they can offer even the earliest of risers something special to start the day. Baked fresh daily, they feature traditional favorites such as the bear claw and French cruller as well as cronuts, maple bacon beauties, and even some infused with fresh whipped cream. Another reason to love them: Doughnuts left unsold are donated daily to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul or to a local church. Two locations; www.theoriginalrainbowdonuts.com.
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