Daylight Donuts

A chain of doughnut shops based in the United States

Daylight Donuts

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The logo of Daylight Donuts

Daylight Donuts is a chain of doughnut shops founded in 1954 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States. The company is known for its unique doughnut mix and has grown to include over 900 locations worldwide.

History

Daylight Donuts was established by Tommy and Lucille Day in 1954. The couple began their business in a small storefront in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where they developed a special doughnut mix that became the foundation of their success. The mix was designed to produce a lighter, fluffier doughnut, which quickly gained popularity among customers.

In the early years, the Days focused on perfecting their recipes and expanding their customer base. By the 1960s, Daylight Donuts had begun to franchise, allowing other entrepreneurs to open their own Daylight Donuts shops using the proprietary mix and recipes.

Expansion

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Daylight Donuts has over 900 locations worldwide.

The franchise model proved successful, and Daylight Donuts expanded rapidly throughout the United States. By the 1980s, the company had established a strong presence in the Midwest and Southern regions of the country. The brand's growth continued into the 21st century, with international locations opening in countries such as Mexico, China, and Saudi Arabia.

Daylight Donuts' expansion strategy has focused on maintaining the quality and consistency of its products while adapting to local tastes and preferences. This approach has helped the brand maintain its popularity and reputation for high-quality doughnuts.

Products

Daylight Donuts offers a wide variety of doughnuts, including classic glazed, chocolate-covered, and filled varieties. In addition to doughnuts, many locations offer other baked goods such as muffins, cinnamon rolls, and kolaches. The company also provides a selection of coffee and other beverages to complement its baked goods.

The signature doughnut mix remains a closely guarded secret, contributing to the unique taste and texture that distinguishes Daylight Donuts from its competitors.

Related pages

• Doughnut
• Franchising
• Tulsa, Oklahoma