Krispy Kreme Launches Pokémon Doughnut Collection for 30th Anniversary
Krispy Kreme is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the franchise by launching a limited-edition Pokémon Doughnut Collection featuring six character-inspired treats, special-edition cups, and a nationwide promotion, according to reporting by Today. Preorders for the sugary lineup open on August 13, ahead of the official release on August 18.
Three decades after the 1990s debut of Pokémon trading cards, animated series, and virtual pocket monsters, the global phenomenon continues to influence mainstream pop culture and commercial retail partnerships. The latest collaboration brings iconic creatures directly to bakery shelves across participating locations, giving nostalgic fans a tangible way to mark the milestone anniversary.
Preorder and Release Timeline for the Pokémon Doughnuts
Customers looking to secure the collection can place preorders for the Pokémon doughnuts by the dozen starting August 13, according to Today. The official public launch takes place on August 18, making the items available for a limited time in shops, as well as for pickup and delivery through the chain’s official app and website.
Purchases can be made individually or by the dozen. The full dozen assortment comes packaged in a custom Pokémon Dozen box at participating shops, while a smaller six-pack box will be available in select retail outlets, as reported by Today.
Character Lineup and Flavor Profiles
The collection translates six well-known characters and items into distinct flavor combinations across varying doughnut bases:
- Bulbasaur Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut dipped in vanilla-flavored icing, topped with frosting and finished with a Bulbasaur piece.
- Charmander Doughnut: An unglazed doughnut coated in chocolate and toasted marshmallow-flavored filling, dipped in orange-colored caramel icing with red and gold sugar, and topped with a Charmander piece.
- Squirtle Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut featuring swirls of cotton candy-flavored buttercreme, sugar, nonpareils, and a surfing Squirtle piece.
- Pikachu Doughnut: An unglazed doughnut filled with lemon-flavored Kreme, dipped in vanilla icing, and decorated with a drizzle, nonpareils, and a Pikachu piece.
- Jigglypuff Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut featuring strawberry-flavored buttercreme, a strawberry-flavored cookie, and a Jigglypuff piece.
- Poké Ball Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut featuring vanilla-flavored icing, red sprinkles, and chocolate icing.
Special-Edition Cups and Free Doughnut Promotion
Beyond the baked goods, the rollout includes special-edition Pokémon cups available in five exclusive designs, according to Today. Each cup comes filled with 10 Original Glazed Gold Dots, which are mini doughnuts.
To further engage the community, Krispy Kreme announced a giveaway scheduled for Saturday, August 22. Customers who visit participating shops wearing Pokémon attire will receive a free Original Glazed Doughnut. The single-use offer is valid in-shop and at the drive-thru.