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USA Today
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Krispy Kreme offers sweet deal for Pac-Man's anniversary on May 22
Krispy Kreme offers sweet deal for Pac-Man's anniversary on May 22 Show Caption Hide Caption How to make doughnuts with biscuit dough Make delicious, homemade doughnuts using a can of biscuits. Problem Solved Pac-Man's anniversary is on May 22, and Krispy Kreme is celebrating this year with a sweet deal for customers. The doughnut chain is offering customers a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just 25 cents with the purchase of any dozen at regular price on the day, the company said in a news release earlier this month. Additionally, the chain announced a collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. that celebrates the 45th anniversary of the iconic game with a new doughnut collection. Available since May 12 for a limited time at participating Krispy Kreme shops, the Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection features three new doughnuts in a custom Pac-Man game dozen box. What doughnuts are included in the Krispy Kreme Pac-Man collab? The three new flavors include: Pac-Man Party Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut piped with yellow buttercreme flavored icing, sprinkled with celebration sprinkles and topped with a Pac-Man piece. An Original Glazed doughnut piped with yellow buttercreme flavored icing, sprinkled with celebration sprinkles and topped with a Pac-Man piece. Team Ghost Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with chocolate flavored cream, dipped in black icing, decorated with a Pac-Man maze and topped with a Team Ghosts piece. An unglazed shell doughnut filled with chocolate flavored cream, dipped in black icing, decorated with a Pac-Man maze and topped with a Team Ghosts piece. Strawberry Power Berry Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with strawberry flavored cream, dipped in red icing and topped with white sprinkles and green leaf icing. More food news: Yelp unveils its top 25 burger chains in the US: See the list Krispy Kreme Pac-Man doughnuts are 'sweetest in multi-player mode' The collection is available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme's app and website, individually and by the dozen. Customers can also get the doughnuts in a Krispy Kreme 6-pack box delivered fresh daily to select retailers. 'These all-new PAC-MAN doughnuts are sweetest in multi-player mode. So, press start on a dozen and chomp on a maze of flavors with family, friends and coworkers,' said Dave Skena, Krispy Kreme Chief Growth Officer, in a news release earlier this month. 'Partnering with Bandai Namco and Pac-Man is a new high score of sweetness.' 'This year marks an incredible milestone as we celebrate PAC-MAN's legacy and his 45 years of impact,' said Karim Farghaly, senior vice president, business innovation and licensing at Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., in a news release. 'We are thrilled to partner with Krispy Kreme, another beloved iconic brand, to deliver a sweet experience for fans to enjoy just in time for PAC-MAN Day.' Strawberry Original Glazed Doughnut makes a return As part of it's Pac-Man celebration, Krispy Kreme announced on May 20 it is bringing back its popular Strawberry Original Glazed Doughnut from Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1. "Fans unlocked the return of the fan-favorite Strawberry Glazed Doughnuts by helping Krispy Kreme achieve a 'high score' of giving away 45,000 free Original Glazed doughnuts between May 12-18 during Hot Light hours," the company said in a news release. The Strawberry Glazed Doughnut was introduced in 2020 and was last offered in August 2023, according to the chain. This will mark the fourth time Krispy Kreme has offered the doughnut, which features a "vibrant strawberry glaze with sweet strawberry flavor." The special doughnut will be available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme's app and website at participating shops. Customers can get a dozen Strawberry Glazed Doughnuts for just $5 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price May 30 through June 1. Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
USA Today
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Krispy Kreme giving away free doughnuts as it rolls out new Pac-Man collab
Krispy Kreme giving away free doughnuts as it rolls out new Pac-Man collab Show Caption Hide Caption How to make doughnuts with biscuit dough Make delicious, homemade doughnuts using a can of biscuits. Problem Solved Krispy Kreme announced Monday a collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. that celebrates the 45th anniversary of Pac-Man with a new doughnut collection inspired by the iconic game. The promotion also comes with free food: the chain is giving away 45,000 free Original Glazed doughnuts May 12-18. Available beginning May 12 for a limited time at participating Krispy Kreme shops, the Krispy Kreme x Pac-Man Collection features three new doughnuts in a custom Pac-Man game dozen box. The three new flavors include: Pac-Man Party Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut piped with yellow buttercreme flavored icing, sprinkled with celebration sprinkles and topped with a Pac-Man piece. An Original Glazed doughnut piped with yellow buttercreme flavored icing, sprinkled with celebration sprinkles and topped with a Pac-Man piece. Team Ghost Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with chocolate flavored cream, dipped in black icing, decorated with a Pac-Man maze and topped with a Team Ghosts piece. An unglazed shell doughnut filled with chocolate flavored cream, dipped in black icing, decorated with a Pac-Man maze and topped with a Team Ghosts piece. Strawberry Power Berry Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with strawberry flavored cream, dipped in red icing and topped with white sprinkles and green leaf icing. Krispy Kreme at McDonald's? Krispy Kreme 'reassessing' doughnut rollout at McDonald's amidst economic uncertainty Krispy Kreme celebrating Pac-Man anniversary with free doughnuts In addition to the doughnut collection, Krispy Kreme is also aiming to give customers 45,000 free Original Glazed doughnuts May 12-18 during "hot light hours," which are 7-9 a.m. and 5-7 p.m., or whenever their hot light is on. There is a limit of one per guest per day in-shop and via drive-thru. Krispy Kreme is also transforming its Doughnut Dots into "Pac-Dots" May 12-14, giving customers a free 10-count of Dots with the purchase of any dozen doughnuts at regular price. Lastly, the doughnut chain is offering a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just 25 cents with the purchase of any dozen at regular price on May 22, Pac-Man's birthday. More on the new Pac-Man collection The collection is available in-shop and for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme's app and website, individually and by the dozen. Customers can also get the doughnuts in a Krispy Kreme 6-pack box delivered fresh daily to select retailers. 'These all-new PAC-MAN doughnuts are sweetest in multi-player mode. So, press start on a dozen and chomp on a maze of flavors with family, friends and coworkers,' said Dave Skena, Krispy Kreme Chief Growth Officer, in a news release. 'Partnering with Bandai Namco and Pac-Man is a new high score of sweetness.' 'This year marks an incredible milestone as we celebrate PAC-MAN's legacy and his 45 years of impact,' said Karim Farghaly, senior vice president, business innovation and licensing at Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., in a news release. 'We are thrilled to partner with Krispy Kreme, another beloved iconic brand, to deliver a sweet experience for fans to enjoy just in time for PAC-MAN Day.' Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
