Honey Dew Donuts Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Honey Dew Donuts cooks with: palm shortening (no official confirmation published; inferred from sat fat ratios — cinnamon/raspberry stick 9g sat / 28g total = 32% sat fat fraction, consistent with palm; soy listed as kitchen allergen likely from soy lecithin in dough, not frying oil). Across the 72 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Honey Dew Donuts
| Hot Coffee (Medium) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Coffee (Medium) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Hot Chocolate | 0.0g PUFA |
| Hot Coffee (large) | 0.0g PUFA |
| Iced Coffee (small) | 0.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Honey Dew Donuts
| Breakfast Burrito | 7.0g PUFA |
| Hash Browns | 7.0g PUFA |
| Bacon Egg & Cheese Sandwich | 5.0g PUFA |
| Dew Drops (12 piece) | 5.0g PUFA |
| Steak, Egg & Cheese Sandwich | 5.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Honey Dew Donuts use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Honey Dew Donuts cooks with: palm shortening (no official confirmation published; inferred from sat fat ratios — cinnamon/raspberry stick 9g sat / 28g total = 32% sat fat fraction, consistent with palm; soy listed as kitchen allergen likely from soy lecithin in dough, not frying oil). Across the 72 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Honey Dew Donuts cook with?
Our research indicates: palm shortening (no official confirmation published; inferred from sat fat ratios — cinnamon/raspberry stick 9g sat / 28g total = 32% sat fat fraction, consistent with palm; soy listed as kitchen allergen likely from soy lecithin in dough, not frying oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Honey Dew Donuts use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Honey Dew Donuts cooks with palm shortening (no official confirmation published; inferred from sat fat ratios — cinnamon/raspberry stick 9g sat / 28g total = 32% sat fat fraction, consistent with palm; soy listed as kitchen allergen likely from soy lecithin in dough, not frying oil), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Honey Dew Donuts seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Honey Dew Donuts cooks with palm shortening (no official confirmation published; inferred from sat fat ratios — cinnamon/raspberry stick 9g sat / 28g total = 32% sat fat fraction, consistent with palm; soy listed as kitchen allergen likely from soy lecithin in dough, not frying oil), which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Honey Dew Donuts?
Hot Coffee (Medium) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Honey Dew Donuts, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Honey Dew Donuts?
Breakfast Burrito is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Honey Dew Donuts, at an estimated 7.0g 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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