It would be dangerous to look directly at Monday’s total solar eclipse, but Krispy Kreme’s deep-fried depiction poses no threat unless you’re concerned about the 450 calories it contains.
The chain’s Total Solar Eclipse Donut is available through Monday, April 8 at participating stores.
It features an original glazed donut dipped in darker-than-usual chocolate frosting and sprinkled with silver sprinkles to represent the dark sky. It’s covered in buttercream frosting and topped with an Oero cookie depicting the moon passing in front of the sun.
They sell for about $3.09 each, and a dozen Total Solar Eclipse Specialties include six eclipse donuts and six Original Glazed for about $23.99. krispykreme.com
There are a few other heavenly offerings. On Monday, Cracker Barrel Country Store will offer customers a free side of pancakes with the purchase of any dish if they mention “eclipse pancakes.” The restaurant/retail chain is also selling solar eclipse paper cups through April 8 while supplies last, according to a press release. crackerbarrel.com
And Sonic Drive-In offers a Blackout Slush Float featuring dark-colored slush topped with vanilla soft-serve ice cream and sprinkles. sonicdrivein.com
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