When you want a tasty bakery treat, donuts are one of the best choices. There’s nothing like walking into a bakery and smelling that sugary aroma! Here’s a bakery that got its start decades ago, and it’s still going strong.
Tom Saylor opened his first donut shop in Angola back in 1970. Today, there are several locations in Indiana; you’ll find shops in Angola, Auburn, and Fort Wayne. Nearly 50 years later, these little donut shops are more popular than ever.
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The magic starts in the wee hours of the morning, long before the shops open at 5 a.m..
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Dough is made by hand, the old-fashioned way.
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Then it’s rolled out and cut into donuts with hand tools, fried, and frosted.
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The result? Delicious donuts that melt in your mouth!
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Get there early. The shops open at either 5 a.m. or 6 a.m., depending on the location. While the cases are full to the brim in the morning, they often sell out of some flavors.
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From the light, fluffy chocolate bars covered in thick frosting…
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…to the bite-sized donut holes drenched in sugary glaze…
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…these donuts are pure perfection.
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The hardest part about visiting Tom’s is deciding what to order. Your best bet? Get a dozen to take with you.
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On busy mornings, there’s a line, but it’s worth the wait for these tasty treats.
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What’s your favorite donut here? Follow Tom’s Bakery on Facebook for the latest news and events.
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If you’re looking for more great donuts around Indiana, take a look at these 16 donut shops that will make your mouth water.
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