The Spudnuts Saga: A Bite of Donut History

A well-known doughnut chain in the 1950s and 1960s was called Spudnuts.

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Because potato flour was included in the dough, spudnuts got their name.

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Spudnuts were renowned for their distinct flavor and texture.

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In Salt Lake City, two brothers launched the chain.

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In the 1960s, Spudnuts had over 500 locations at its height.

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Due to competition and poor management, the chain started to deteriorate in the 1970s.

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There are currently very few Spudnuts restaurants in the United States.

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Spudnuts fans are still talking fondly of the chain's donuts and interesting past

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