Donuts near Van

“Stopped by Donut Palace in Van, Texas, hoping for a sugar rush and maybe a little deep-fried happiness. I grabbed a glazed donut, a cinnamon twist, and a pig in a blanket—you know, a well-rounded breakfast of champions (or people who make questionable morning choices).

The Good:
• Glazed Donut: This was the highlight. Soft, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet. It wasn’t life-changing, but it also didn’t make me question my choices. If you’re looking for a solid, classic donut, this one does the job.
• Cinnamon Twist: Generous in size, which I appreciated because if I’m eating fried dough, I want a lot of it. The cinnamon-sugar ratio was on point, though it leaned a little dry. A dip in coffee or milk would have helped bring out its full potential.

The Not-So-Good:
• Pig in a Blanket: More like a pig in a sleeping bag—a little too much dough for the size of the sausage, making each bite more bready than meaty. The sausage had a decent flavor, but it wasn’t exactly bursting with personality. A little more seasoning or a spicier sausage option would’ve made it a bigger win.

The Verdict:

Donut Palace is a solid small-town stop if you’re craving something sweet in the morning, but don’t expect to have a spiritual donut awakening. The glazed donuts are great, the cinnamon twist is a decent backup dancer, and the pig in a blanket might need a little less blanket.“

“There's no shortage of donut places in this part of Texas but I stopped here to bring a couple dozen donuts to work for the crew. The selection here is great, the lady working the counter was friendly and picked out a good mix for the boxes and even gave me a little bag of donut holes. Prices are decent for donuts and the place usually has a few cars in the lot first thing in the morning. They serve other breakfast items but I didn't need those. This place even has a drive-thru option.“