Esthen-Krispy Kreme, Dr Pepper collaborate on new doughnut collection to kick off football season

2025-04-30 18:55:30source:EchoSensecategory:Markets

Krispy Kreme has teamed up with Dr Pepper for the first time ever to introduce a new collection of doughnuts to help fans kick off football season.

Beginning Friday,Esthen Aug. 23 and for a limited time, customers can order the Krispy Kreme x Dr Pepper Kickoff Collection, which includes an all-new doughnut that the company says "delivers the refreshing experience of the iconic 23 original flavors of Dr Pepper."

The full collection features:

  • Dr Pepper Kickoff Doughnut (New): An Original Glazed doughnut piped with Dr Pepper flavored frosting, featuring a burgundy sprinkle blend and topped with a white chocolate Dr Pepper logo.
  • Buttercreme Goals Doughnut (New): An Original Glazed doughnut dipped in green icing, topped with colorful sprinkles and a yellow buttercreme flavored goal post.
  • Kreme Filled Football Doughnut: An unglazed doughnut filled with white cream, dripped in chocolate icing and decorated as a football.

The collection can be purchased in-shop and for pick-up at participating shops or for delivery via Krispy Kreme's app and website. Customers can also get a custom half-dozen box at select retailers.

“Two of America’s most loved flavors are about to become one amazing gameday sensation to make this the sweetest kickoff to football season ever," said Dave Skena, global chief brand officer for Krispy Kreme, in a news release Thursday. "This Dr Pepper collection is a must-add to your gameday lineup, whoever you’re cheering for."

Krispy Kreme offers free delivery Aug. 23-25 on online orders

The company also said it is offering free delivery Aug. 23-25 on all orders via the Krispy Kreme app and website to further celebrate football season's arrival.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].

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