Best Donuts in Maryland (2026 Guide)
Maryland's donut scene benefits from its proximity to both DC and Philadelphia, creating a dynamic mix of styles. Baltimore's beloved local shops and the state's growing craft bakery scene offer everything from Old Bay-dusted creations to classic East Coast standards.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Maryland
Why it's notable: The top-rated donut shop in Maryland, known for Peanut Butter Bomb, Maple Bacon, Raspberry Lemon Drop, with 3 awards, featuring small-batch and seasonal rotating menu.
Why it's notable: One of Maryland's highest-rated shops, known for Fresh fried donuts, Classic glazed, Late-night donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 1934, featuring Night-only hours and Since 1934.
Why it's notable: One of Maryland's highest-rated shops, known for Old fashioned donuts, Cinnamon sugar, Apple fritters, with 1 award, featuring full bakery and Harford County gem.
Why it's notable: A standout Oakland favorite, known for Fresh glazed donuts, Apple cider donuts (seasonal), Blueberry cake donuts, with 1 award, serving since 2012, featuring near Deep Creek Lake and seasonal apple cider donuts.
Why it's notable: A standout Baltimore favorite, known for Glazed yeast donuts, Chocolate iced, Cinnamon rolls, with 2 awards, featuring full bakery and classic recipes.
Why it's notable: A standout Nottingham favorite, known for Unicorn Farts donut, Cruffins, Apple fritters, with 3 awards, serving since 2016, featuring Creative flavors and Family-owned.
Why it's notable: A standout Sykesville favorite, known for Massive fresh donuts, Unique daily flavors, Ginormous sandwiches, with 2 awards, serving since 2015, featuring Fresh daily and Deli sandwiches.
Why it's notable: A standout Baltimore favorite, known for Old fashioned cake donuts, Honey dipped, Cinnamon sugar, with 2 awards, featuring full bakery and Federal Hill location.
Why it's notable: A standout Rockville favorite, known for Ube donuts, Nutella-filled donuts, Mango donuts, with 2 awards, serving since 2005, featuring Filipino pastries and Ube specialty.
Why it's notable: A standout Baltimore favorite, known for 100% vegan donuts, 44 rotating flavors, Pup donuts, with 1 award, featuring 100% vegan and pup donuts.
Why it's notable: A standout Baltimore favorite, known for Gourmet donuts, Custom decorated donuts, Red velvet, with 1 award, serving since 2018, featuring Gourmet donuts and Custom orders.
Why it's notable: A standout Ocean City favorite, known for Made-to-order donuts, Custom toppings and glazes, Peanut butter paradise, with 2 awards, serving since 1976, featuring Made-to-order and Customizable.
Why it's notable: A standout Baltimore favorite, known for Gourmet mini donuts, Creative flavor combinations, Churro donuts, with 1 award, featuring mini donuts and Latin-inspired flavors.
Why it's notable: A standout Baltimore favorite, known for French-style pastries, Artisan donuts, Croissant donuts, with 1 award, featuring French pastry technique and artisan quality.
Why it's notable: A standout Laurel favorite, known for Pennsylvania Dutch donuts, Apple fritters, Cinnamon sugar, with 1 award, serving since 2000, featuring Pennsylvania Dutch tradition and Inside farmers market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Maryland?
Diablo Doughnuts in Baltimore is the top-rated donut shop in Maryland with a 4.6 rating.
How many donut shops are in Maryland?
We have 30 donut shops listed across 17 cities in Maryland on NearbyDonuts.com.
Which cities in Maryland have the best donuts?
The top cities for donuts in Maryland include Baltimore (13 shops), Laurel (2 shops), Hagerstown (1 shops), Nottingham (1 shops), Sykesville (1 shops).