Donut Coloring Pages
Donut coloring pages are a delightful way to combine creativity with the love of sweet treats! These pages feature a variety of fun donut designs, from simple glazed donuts to those decorated with sprinkles, icing, and fun toppings. Perfect for kids and adults alike, they allow you to explore vibrant colors and fun patterns. Whether you’re using crayons, markers, or colored pencils, donut coloring pages are great for individual relaxation or group activities. They’re ideal for rainy days, classroom fun, or themed parties. Simply download, print, and start decorating your favorite donuts!
Here are some fun facts about donuts:
Origins in the 1800s: Donuts as we know them today originated in the 1800s, with Dutch settlers introducing “olykoeks” (oil cakes) to America. The classic ring-shaped donut became popular later.
The First Donut Machine: In 1920, Adolph Levitt, a Russian immigrant, invented the first automatic donut machine in New York City, revolutionizing the donut-making process.
National Donut Day: Celebrated on the first Friday of June each year, National Donut Day was established in 1938 to honor the “Donut Lassies,” women who served donuts to soldiers during World War I.
World’s Largest Donut: The largest donut ever made was a jelly donut weighing a massive 1.7 tons, with a diameter of 16 feet, created in New York City in 1993.
Donut Consumption: Americans consume over 10 billion donuts every year, making the U.S. one of the biggest donut-loving countries in the world!
Donut Shops Galore: Canada has the most donut shops per capita in the world. Tim Hortons, a Canadian donut chain, is one of the country’s most popular fast-food establishments.
Donuts in Space: In 2014, astronauts aboard the International Space Station were treated to donuts as part of a special meal, bringing the sweet treat to space!
Donuts Were Once “Nutty”: The “doughnut” spelling originated from the idea of putting nuts in the dough, though today, “donut” is the more common spelling in the U.S.
A Donut for Breakfast: The famous Boston Cream Donut, filled with custard and topped with chocolate icing, is the official state donut of Massachusetts.
Guinness Record for Eating Donuts: The world record for most donuts eaten in under 3 minutes is 9, a title held by a competitive eater who devoured 3.5-inch jelly donuts.
These fun facts show just how iconic and beloved donuts are around the world!