Where to Buy Sufganiyot in Minneapolis–St. Paul This Hanukkah
Hanukkah 2025 runs from the evening of December 14 through Dec 22nd. Twin Cities residents looking for sufganiyot have several bakeries to choose from.
These sweet, fried treats are a beloved part of the Jewish Festival of Lights. But what exactly are sufganiyot and why are they so popular during the holiday season?
What is a Sufganiyah?
A sufganiyah (plural sufganiyot) is a round, jelly-filled doughnut enjoyed in Israel and Jewish communities around the world during Hanukkah. The name is linked to the Hebrew root for sponge or dough.
Why Eat Sufganiyot Over Hanukkah?
The history of the sufganiyah spans continents. While the name is Hebrew, the treat draws from North Africa’s sfeni and European jam-filled pastries. Over time, North African, Polish, and German influences blended into the modern sufganiyah.
Where to Get the Best Sufganiyot in the Twin Cities?
Tip: Pre-order early. Holiday weeks often sell out. See alt fillings and dietary notes below, and use the map link at the end to plan your pickups.
Funner Brothers Bakehouse
Funner Brothers (formerly Valley Pastries) typically offers strawberry, apple, raspberry, Bavarian cream, and lemon-filled sufganiyot dusted with powdered sugar during Hanukkah.
Alt versions: Fruit and custard fillings rotate seasonally; check their menu for this year’s flavors. Gluten-free/vegan: Not typically available for raised doughnuts; call to confirm current options.
Bogart’s Doughnut Company
Bogart’s is known to sell out of their kosher triple-berry jam, powdered sugar–coated sufganiyot around Hanukkah. Large orders (12+) usually require advance online ordering. Limited quantities appear in-store at Downtown Minneapolis and St. Louis Park.
Alt versions: Some years include rotating jams; confirm on their seasonal menu. Gluten-free/vegan: Bogart’s standard raised doughnuts are not gluten-free or vegan (verify on their site for any seasonal exceptions).
Glam Doll Donuts
Glam Doll often runs a strawberry jam–filled sufganiyot, tossed in sugar, during Hanukkah. Look for pre-orders under specialty doughnuts, and same-day availability while supplies last.
Alt versions: They occasionally rotate fillings and toppings for seasonal specials. Gluten-free/vegan: Known to offer some vegan options on regular menus; availability for sufganiyot-style items varies by season. Check the weekly lineup or call ahead.
YoYo Donuts
YoYo Donuts makes their Raspberry Bomb year-round, then dusts with powdered sugar for a sufganiyot-style treat during Hanukkah. Order ahead or buy in-store during the holiday week.
Alt versions: Additional jam fillings may appear seasonally. Gluten-free/vegan: Traditional raised doughnuts are usually not gluten-free or vegan; call to confirm if any baked or vegan items are available during Hanukkah.
Planning your route: Use this map with all locations pinned: Open Google Maps with all stops. Adjust start point in the app.
If you’re craving a Hanukkah treat, plan ahead and pre-order for pickup between December 24 and January 1.
