Daylight Donuts Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Daylight Donuts cooks with: soy/palm blend shortening (commercial donut fry cube — industry standard for franchise donut chains; no public disclosure found). Across the 84 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Daylight Donuts
| Coffee - Small | 0.0g PUFA |
| Coffee - Medium | 0.0g PUFA |
| Coffee - Large | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Soda | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Daylight Donuts
| Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burrito | 6.0g PUFA |
| Sausage Egg and Cheese Croissant | 5.0g PUFA |
| Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit | 5.0g PUFA |
| Glazed Sour Cream Cake | 4.0g PUFA |
| Donut Holes - Glazed (Dozen) | 4.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Daylight Donuts use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Daylight Donuts cooks with: soy/palm blend shortening (commercial donut fry cube — industry standard for franchise donut chains; no public disclosure found). Across the 84 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Daylight Donuts cook with?
Our research indicates: soy/palm blend shortening (commercial donut fry cube — industry standard for franchise donut chains; no public disclosure found). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Daylight Donuts use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Daylight Donuts cooks with soy/palm blend shortening (commercial donut fry cube — industry standard for franchise donut chains; no public disclosure found), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Daylight Donuts seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Daylight Donuts cooks with soy/palm blend shortening (commercial donut fry cube — industry standard for franchise donut chains; no public disclosure found), which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Daylight Donuts?
Coffee - Small is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Daylight Donuts, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Daylight Donuts?
Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burrito is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Daylight Donuts, at an estimated 6.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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