Best Donuts in Pyeongtaek

Looking for the best donuts in Pyeongtaek? Here are the best spots to help you get your fill of donuts whether you are a fan of the American style or classic Korean style (kkwabaegi 꽈배기).

Where Is Pyeongtaek?

Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. 

First of all, these locations for the best donuts exist in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea.  Check out the following map to see the border of Pyeongtaek-si.

Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large administrative district includes many different communities and cities including two US military installations: Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base.

In this blog post, South of Seoul provides addresses and phone numbers for the best donuts in Pyeongtaek recommendations. We recommend using this information in either Naver Maps or Kakao Maps or Kakao Maps for the best results. We never encourage the use of either Google or WAZE within South Korea.

The Difference Between Korean and American-Style Donuts

Before we give you the details on the best donuts in Pyeongtaeks, let’s discuss the differences between Korean and American-style donuts. Not all donuts are created the same. In fact, donuts often look very different across cultures.

Typically when Americans think of donuts, they often think of lightly fried/baked dough (usually made from wheat flour) with a variety of flavors and even toppings or glazes. However, Korean donuts or kkwabaegi (꽈배기) are twisted donuts that may be made from wheat or rice flour with a slightly sweet taste. Even the texture of many Korean donuts and American donuts vary. While Korean donuts are often more chewy while American donuts are often more fluffy or cakey in texture.

Ingredients and Flavors

Kkwabaegi often may incorporate additional flavors like cinnamon, vanilla, or black sesame. Also, they tend to have a light, slightly sweet taste. American donuts come in a wide variety of flavors, such as glazed, chocolate, jelly-filled, cream-filled, and many more. Depending upon the ingredients, they can range from sweet to savory.

Shape and Appearance

Kkwabaegi is often twisted or braided into a long shape and often resembles a twisted rope or braid. They are usually small in size and have a crunchy exterior texture due to frying. American donuts are typically round with a hole in the center However, there are also filled donuts without holes. In addition, they can vary in size, from small bite-sized “donut holes” to larger, traditional donuts.

Cooking Method

Kkwabaegi is deep-fried until golden brown and develops a crispy exterior. American donuts are also deep-fried or sometimes baked.

Toppings and Glazes

Kkwabaegi is often coated with a light syrup glaze or rolled in sugar immediately after frying. American donuts often have a wide range of glazes and toppings. Some of these include sugar glaze, chocolate glaze, sprinkles, powdered sugar, and various flavored fillings.

American Style Donuts in Pyeongtaek

If you are looking for American-style donuts in Pyeongtaek, you have options. Whether you want handmade donuts or you are just looking for flavors like what you get back in the States, these locations will have you coming back for more.

Cosmic Cat

Cosmic Cat Donuts won the Best Western Donuts (as voted in the Best of Pyeongtaek poll) for the past three years. Fresh baked daily, the owners keep adding new flavors. In addition, they make custom donut birthday cakes which are perfect for the donut lovers out there.

The Cottage Cafe

The following locations receive rave reviews in our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun for having fabulous donuts.

Bibbia Cafe

Cafe Sweet Roro

Bebeco

Gloer Godeok

Korean Style Donuts (Kkwabaegi 꽈배기) in Pyeongtaek

Looking for some of the amazing twisted Korean-style donuts in Pyeongtaek? These locations make the best kkwabaegi 꽈배기 in the area.

Notable Spots On the Outskirts of Pyeongtaek

While these donuts are not in the Pyeongtaek area, fans rave about them in our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group. Therefore, they deserve mention in this blog.

KimchiRednecks Grabbing Donuts in Pyeongtaek

We have not made it to visit all of the best donuts in Pyeongtaek. However, we have made it to two of the local favorites, Cosmic Cat Donuts and The Cottage. Feel free to check out our YouTube channel for our adventures in and around Korea. We hope to make it to some of the local kkwabaegi shops for a video soon!

Always Confirm Details Before Visiting

Businesses change often in South Korea so you need to do your due diligence before visiting. This blog represents a moment in time and times change. We recommend calling or messaging a business before visiting to confirm they are in business. We also recommend double-checking the business’s 1) days off, 2) vacation days, 3) break times, and 4) open times. If you are visiting to try a specific item confirm that such items remain on the menu. You can use apps like Papago or AI apps like ChatGPT to help with the language barrier.

Join The Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group

You are also welcome to join our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group. The South of Seoul moderated community of active and friendly Pyeongtaek international residents makes moving to Pyeongtaek easier. With so many different voices and opinions, it is always refreshing to see everyone’s adventures in our local community. In addition, all of the posts shared introduce our community to new places and old places that can feel new all over again.

While this list of best donuts in Pyeongtaek is not comprehensive of the entire area, we may have missed your favorite spot. Therefore, make sure to share with the community and share your favorite spots with us!

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