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Krispy Kreme brings back fan-favorite doughnut after 6-month hiatus. When to get it

A beloved Krispy Kreme doughnut is back by popular demand, but not for long.

The Original Glazed Lemon Filled Doughnut returned to bakery cases Monday, May 18, at participating Krispy Kreme shops nationwide, according to the Charlotte-based doughnut chain.

The pastry, featuring a glazed shell with “bright, lemon filling,” last appeared on menus in November. Doughnut lovers can grab one (or a dozen) in-shop for a limited time, while supplies last.

A close-up shot features a round, glazed doughnut with a bite taken out of it, centered against a solid yellow background. The glossy, golden-brown glaze catches the light, revealing a soft, fluffy interior filled with a bright yellow lemon curd. The missing bite showcases the gooey texture of the filling nestled perfectly inside the pastry.
Krispy Kreme’s original glazed lemon filled doughnut is back for a limited time at participating shops nationwide. Krispy Kreme

“We heard you loud, clear, and all over our comments,” Alison Holder, chief brand and product officer for Krispy Kreme, said in a news release. “Fans have not been quiet about wanting this one back, and honestly … we get it.”

Pricing information wasn’t immediately available. Similar offerings — like the cinnamon apple filled doughnut and original glazed raspberry filled doughnut — cost $2.49 at the Krispy Kreme in South End as of May 18.

The return of the lemon filled doughnut comes on the heels of another citrus-forward treat.

A large batch of freshly made original glazed doughnuts are shown on a wire rack. They are a golden brown color with a shiny glaze coating, and the ones in the back are starting to be coated with a white icing.
Charlotte-based Krispy Kreme, best known for its “Hot Now” glazed doughnuts, previously tested an expanded menu with more flavors. Photo by Krispy Kreme

Just last week, the coffee and doughnut chain debuted its first orange dreamsicle glazed doughnut, inspired by the nostalgic summertime treat. That doughnut was only available for four days, and it’s unclear if or when it will return to menus.

Find your nearest Krispy Kreme here.

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This story was originally published May 18, 2026 at 11:58 AM with the headline "Krispy Kreme brings back fan-favorite doughnut after 6-month hiatus. When to get it."

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Tanasia is a service journalism reporter at the Charlotte Observer | CharlotteFive, working remotely from Atlanta, Georgia. She covers restaurant openings/closings in Charlotte and statewide explainers for the NC Service Journalism team. She’s been with McClatchy since 2020.
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