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The Best Doughnuts in the Shenandoah Valley: Anita’s Decadent Delights Bakery

The perfect glazed doughnut is hard to come by.

The texture must be soft and doughy with a slight “melt in your mouth feel”. The flavor must be softly sweet, not cloying. And, the most important component of the perfect glazed doughnut, is freshness. That bad boy needs to be right out the fryer—absolutely no overnight stays allowed! (Dunkin’ I’m looking at you….)

A glazed doughnut that checks all the boxes happens to exist in the Shenandoah Valley at Anita’s Decadent Delights Bakery.

Anita’s Decadent Delights Bakery is a no-frills shop in Bridgewater, Virginia that offers takeaway baked treats and coffee. They aren’t pumping out trending videos on social media and you’ll find less than 100 reviews on Google Maps. But they are whipping up decadent cakes, brownies, cookies, breads, and the best doughnuts in the Shenandoah Valley.

Recall paragraph one with the “perfect glazed doughnut” wish list? Well, these babies have it all. They are warm, huge, and fluffy, and your taste buds will be dancing in awe over the blissful confectionary perfection. You’ll look at the head-sized circle and exclaim, “I’m only eating half!” But I dare you to stick to your promise. I bet $10 you’ll end up licking your fingers too!

The glazed numbers are $1.75 a pop, and well worth every penny.

Anita’s Decadent Delights Bakery is a true hidden gem of the Shenandoah Valley that only the locals are privy too. Until now…

Pro Tip: They sell out! Be sure to get there early so you don’t miss out.

Curious as to why doughnuts have holes? Click HERE to find out!

Katie

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