Krispy Kreme Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Krispy Kreme cooks with: Palm/soybean blend shortening (~70% palm, ~30% soybean); PUFA fraction ~0.24. Across the 53 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Krispy Kreme
| Classic Brewed Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Classic Decaf Brewed Coffee | 0.0g PUFA |
| Espresso | 0.0g PUFA |
| Americano | 0.0g PUFA |
| Mini Original Glazed Doughnut | 1.0g PUFA |
What to Avoid at Krispy Kreme
| Specialty Dozen | 45.0g PUFA |
| Assorted Dozen | 40.0g PUFA |
| Original Glazed Dozen | 30.0g PUFA |
| Original Glazed Doughnut Dots 24 Count | 24.0g PUFA |
| Assorted Doughnut Dots 10 Count | 12.0g PUFA |
Frequently asked
Does Krispy Kreme use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Krispy Kreme cooks with: Palm/soybean blend shortening (~70% palm, ~30% soybean); PUFA fraction ~0.24. Across the 53 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.5g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Krispy Kreme cook with?
Our research indicates: Palm/soybean blend shortening (~70% palm, ~30% soybean); PUFA fraction ~0.24. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Krispy Kreme use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Krispy Kreme cooks with Palm/soybean blend shortening (~70% palm, ~30% soybean); PUFA fraction ~0.24, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Krispy Kreme seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Krispy Kreme cooks with Palm/soybean blend shortening (~70% palm, ~30% soybean); PUFA fraction ~0.24, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Krispy Kreme?
Classic Brewed Coffee is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Krispy Kreme, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Krispy Kreme?
Specialty Dozen is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Krispy Kreme, at an estimated 45.0g 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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