Krispy Kreme unveils Harry Potter-inspired doughnuts based on Hogwarts houses
Krispy Kreme announced on Thursday, Aug. 14, a new doughnut collection inspired by the famous Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry featured in the "Harry Potter" franchise.
The collection, called the Harry Potter Houses of Hogwarts x Krispy Kreme Collection, will be available beginning Monday, Aug. 18 for a limited time. The collection features four "enchanting doughnuts that bring the four Hogwarts houses to life through delicious flavors," including:
Sorting Hat Doughnut sold separately
Additionally, Krispy Kreme is also offering a Sorting Hat Doughnut that will be sold separately in a limited-edition specialty box, while supplies last. The Sorting Hat Doughnut is a filled doughnut, with a mystery-colored Kreme representing one of the four Hogwarts houses, then dipped in chocolate-flavored icing, sprinkled with shimmering gold stars and gold sugar, and topped with a Sorting Hat piece.
The doughnut collection will be available individually and in custom-designed dozen boxes in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme's app and website. Customers can also get the collection in a Krispy Kreme six-pack delivered to select retailers.
"We're channeling the beloved magic of Harry Potter and the Houses of Hogwarts for a collection that is truly bewitching," said Alison Holder, Chief Brand and Product Officer for Krispy Kreme, in a news release. "But the magic is fleeting, and so are these doughnuts, so don't miss your chance to try them!'
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Harry Potter fans can score a free doughnut at Krispy Kreme on Aug. 23
In addition to the doughnut collection, Krispy Kreme is also offering "Harry Potter" fans a chance to score a free doughnut.
On Saturday, Aug. 23, participating Krispy Kreme shops nationwide will give any fan who reps their favorite Hogwarts house one free Original Glazed doughnut, no purchase necessary, while supplies last.
Also, beginning Sept. 1, Krispy Kreme is giving fans a chance to win a trip to either Universal Studios Hollywood or Universal Orlando Resort to experience the magic of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.
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