Donut? Pastry? Whatever it is, Holey Confections is a winner

Right across the street from the Little German Bakery in Carleton Place at 21 Bridge St. is Holey Confections.

The folks behind the business first made a splash when they appeared on Dragon’s Den and where struck a deal.

The donut experience here will be different from the usual. With 140 layers, each donut feels more like a cruller or croissant when eating. The airy spaces between the dough almost act as a refresher and keep the experience of the dough from becoming pasty. 

They offer 16 different donuts, and because it takes three days to complete an order, it is suggested you place yours well in advance. Bear in mind that to order, you must place an order for a minimum of six. You may think that’s a lot, but trust me, it’s not a hardship.

I had the New Yorker, a strawberry-filled cheesecake-style confection with graham cracker crumble and whipped cream on top. An outright winner. This was a symphony of textures and flavours that landed like a warm hug. 

If you shop in their stores, you can buy them individually but you may find that the selection is more modest as they sell out very quickly.