It’s officially “Day of the Dozens,” Krispy Kreme fans! Today, December 12, the beloved doughnut chain is decking the halls by offering customers a dozen Original Glazed Doughnuts for free with the purchase of any dozen at regular price. This in-store and drive-thru exclusive is available at participating shops across the country—but hurry, there’s a two-free-dozen limit per guest.
And while the deal is undoubtedly sweet, there’s some news about Krispy Kreme that isn’t quite as festive. The brand recently revealed it fell victim to a cyberattack. But don’t worry, your doughnut fix is still safe—more on that below.
What is the Krispy Kreme ‘Day of the Dozens’?
Krispy Kreme Doughnut’s annual “Day of the Dozens” promotion is a customer favorite, and it’s easy to see why. Pairing a freshly made dozen Original Glazed doughnuts with another dozen (or 16-count Mini doughnuts) at no additional cost makes this deal a must for any doughnut lover. Whether you need a last-minute holiday gift for an office party or plan to host a doughnut party, this is the perfect chance to stock up.
According to a press release, all you need to do to grab the deal is visit your local Krispy Kreme shop or use the drive-thru. Unfortunately, online orders don’t qualify, but hey—picking up in person means you get to enjoy that fresh, warm doughnuty aroma.
Don’t forget Krispy Kreme’s Merry Grinchmas collection
If you’ve been eyeing Krispy Kreme’s Grinch-themed doughnuts, today is the perfect excuse to try them. That’s right, the freebie deal includes any dozen, including this one! The Merry Grinchmas Doughnut Collection features three brand-new creations alongside two returning holiday classics:
- Grinch Doughnut: Filled with cookies and creme-flavored filling, dipped in green icing and finished with chocolate and buttercream details.
- Grinchy Claus Doughnut: An Original Glazed base dipped in chocolate icing and decorated with buttercream and crispy toppings.
- Cindy-Lou Who Merry Berry Tree Doughnut: A strawberry-iced doughnut with a green buttercream tree and sprinkles.
- Santa Belly Doughnut: A festive fan-favorite filled with white Kreme and dipped in red icing.
- Holiday Sprinkle Doughnut: A simple yet delicious Original Glazed topped with chocolate icing and holiday sprinkles.
These doughnuts are available in a limited-edition Grinch dozen box and even in select grocery stores. Leave it to Krispy Kreme to make their supply available anywhere you are (including McDonald’s).
In recent news: Krispy Kreme hit by cyberattack
While Krispy Kreme is busy delighting customers with sweet deals, the company recently announced that it’s dealing with a less-than-sweet situation. On November 29, Krispy Kreme identified “unauthorized activity” on some of its IT systems. According to a December 11 filing with the SEC, the bakery giant is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate and address the breach.
For now, Krispy Kreme shops remain open, and deliveries to retail and restaurant partners are unaffected. However, online ordering is temporarily disrupted in some areas. The company is working to restore its digital operations while cooperating with federal law enforcement.
The full impact of the attack isn’t yet known, but Krispy Kreme’s commitment to customer satisfaction remains strong—so take this “Day of the Dozens” deal as a sign to keep the Christmas spirit alive.
What fans think of the Krispy Kreme ‘Day of the Dozens’ deal
At the end of the day, nothing spreads holiday cheer quite like a box of warm, freshly made Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Already, the chain’s Instagram post has over four hundred thousand views, with fans flooding the comments section. One user joked that the extra dozen was “all I want for Xmas,” while another added, “best doughnut in the world.”
Others were a bit frosty, to say the least. Several fans pointed to a broken app, while others begged for a Krispy Kreme location near them. Are you planning on enjoying the ‘Day of the Dozens’ deal today? Let us know in the comments!
