06/05/2026
Happy National Donut day! 🍩
But let's talk about a different take on the traditional donut... Malasadas! 😋
Mala…what? Mah-lah-sah-dahs! 😍
If you want to try something unique, this is definitely a must try.
What is a Malasada? 🤔
It’s a Portuguese donut with a sugar coating (see photo). Some have filling and some do not. Common fillings are vanilla custard, chocolate, haupia (coconut), or even Guava, Taro, and other tropical fruit flavors. Some places will also mix the sugar coating with Li Hing Mui powder which a tart but sweet plum powder that’s very popular in Hawaii.
Where to get them? 🗺
In Hawai'i!
Each island has its own place to get them, however the most famous is on Oahu. – Leonards Bakery 🩷