Hormel Pepperoni Cup N' Crisp inspired the creation of the Cheese the Day doughnut for National Pizza Party Day. Hormel collaborated with NYC's The Doughnut Project to create the mashup and the one-of-a-kind pepperoni pizza doughnut stands out as a savory treat. The donut is topped with premium pizza toppings, including homemade marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella and Hormel Pepperoni Cup N' Crisp, which curl into a bowl shape upon cooking.
Unlike most sweet donuts, this unconventional pizza creation has the potential to be enjoyed as a satisfying lunch. The Cheese the Day doughnut is set to be available for a limited time around National Pizza Party Day through The Doughnut Project's West Village location. Those who miss out on experiencing the savory donut could also recreate their own at home with Pepperoni Cup N' Crisp.
Cheesy Pepperoni Donuts
The Cheese the Day Doughnut is Topped with Sauce, Cheese & Meat
Trend Themes
1. Savory Donuts - Mashups of unconventional flavors can create new food trends, like savory donuts.
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Industry Implications
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3. Food Retail Industry - By collaborating with food brands to market unique ingredients, like Hormel Pepperoni Cup N' Crisp, in a creative manner, food retailers can drive product sales and consumer interest.