Some donut glazes are sweet, and some are the reason people reroute their whole morning. In Utah, there are donut stops locals swear by when they want the real deal, the kind of glaze that goes on warm, sets with that thin shiny crackle, and still tastes buttery instead of just sugary.
You walk in and immediately know it is not a fancy, over-designed donut situation. It is that classic, comforting setup where the smell hits first, the cases look dangerous, and everyone in line seems weirdly happy to wait.
The best glaze donuts do not need extra drama. They have a light crisp edge, a soft middle, and that melt-in-your-mouth finish that makes you take a second bite before you even swallow the first…