The History of the Doughnut: From War Trenches to a Global Icon

A simple piece of fried dough became one of the most recognizable foods in the world. But the history of the doughnut is far more fascinating than you might think. From ancient fried dough traditions and Dutch olykoeks to the famous hole that changed the doughnut forever, this is the story of how the doughnut evolved across centuries. We travel to the trenches of World War One, where Salvation Army volunteers known as the “Doughnut Girls” served warm doughnuts to American soldiers, then explore how the Great Depression, Krispy Kreme, Dunkin’ Donuts, automation, and modern food culture transformed the humble doughnut into a global industry. So why does the doughnut have a hole? How did it become connected with American soldiers? And how did a simple fried dough become a worldwide comfort food? Watch the full story to discover the hidden history behind one of the world's most beloved foods. #HistoryOfTheDoughnut #DoughnutHistory #FoodHistory #AmericanHistory #WorldWarOne #History #FoodHistoryDocumentary #Doughnuts