The Original Ferrell's Donuts

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02/24/2024

Maple Bar Spotlight
48 Years Of Marvelousnous!

Imagine a staggering count of 128,800 Maple Bard sold annually — quite a sight, isn't it? "Even my wife can't resist the temptation of our Maple Bar donuts," says the shop's Donut King, AKA the D.K. D.K. continues, "I call her the magician because once she sees one, it seems to disappear — p**f —like magic!"

There are many popular donuts offered at Original Ferrell's , and if you're not a customer of our three stores, why not indulge in our second most popular donut, the Maple Bar. It's exquisitely rich, bursting with mouth-watering flavors that will undoubtedly leave you craving more!

But wait, there's more maple magic to discover! Sink your teeth into our round maple donut filled with velvety vanilla custard. Whichever you choose, we guarantee you'll leave our store with a satisfied smile on your face!

All donuts are made fresh 7 days at the Santa Cruz location.

You can call in all your donut orders, also sandwiches or a comfort food Turkey Sundae, all for dine-in or pick-up at
1761 17th Ave. & Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 462-0444 | 5am – 2pm 7 days | santacruzdonuts.com

01/10/2024

Original Ferrell's Big-Time Fun Donut —
The Cinnamon Twist!

This popular donut has graced the glass case of Original Ferrell's Donuts for "only" 47 years. They are smaller than the store's cinnamon rolls, though about 1/3 less in size. Shaped by hand, the twist in each donut adds a "care-free fun-ness" to them :)

Backstory: Way back in time, Original Ferrell's Donuts had not been making Cinnamon Twists until the D.K.'s (Donut King's) father had talked him into it. The Cinnamon Twist was an immediate hit and they've never looked back on the donut's success.

And since D.K. was so appreciative of his father's suggestion, upon visiting Original Ferrell's Donuts, D.K. always gave his father close to a 10 percent discount on the purchase of five or more Cinnamon Twists.

Such a sweet and generous overture!! After all, the success of the Cinnamon Twist has afforded D.K. the ability to build three houses, own five cars and two boats, and one personal jet, a humble Bombardier 8,000, same as what Bill Gates owns.

All donuts are made fresh 7 days at the Santa Cruz location.

You can call in all your donut orders, also sandwiches or a comfort food Turkey Sundae, all for dine-in or pick-up.
1761 17th Ave. & Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-0444 | 5am – 2pm 7 days | santacruzdonuts.com

11/29/2023

ORIGINAL FERREL'S
CINNAMON CRUMBLE CAKE
AN "ADULT" DONUT

This gem of a donut has been a mainstay of Original Ferrell's Donuts for ONLY 47 years!

It's in essence a chocolate cake donut topped with cinnamon crumbles. The shop's D.K. , AKA the Donut King, says, "It's real popular with people." Wow, nothing like great insight from the D.K.!

Pressed for further info, it turns out this particular donut is not one that kids gravitate towards.

Nope. It's an adult donut. Though anyone of any age can indulge in a Cinnamon Crumble Cake, this here donut is one that kids tend to leave to the adults.

So the good news is parents know they can knock back a couple of Cinnamon Crumble Cakes without their little angels pawing their sticky little fingers all over their "adult donut".

The sage-like D.K. says, "Though the Cinnamon Crumble Cake is an adult donut, we've never felt the need to card customers. We figure whomever is purchasing a Cinnamon Crumble Cake can handle the truth. I would hate to write someone up..."

Our advice is to purchase as many Cinnamon Crumble Cakes as you like. And if you see the D.K. in the shop, just run the other way.

All donuts are made fresh 7 days at the Santa Cruz location. You can call in all your donut orders, also sandwiches or a comfort food Turkey Sundae, all for dine-in or pick-up.

1761 17th Ave. & Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-0444 | 5am – 2pm 7 days | santacruzdonuts.com

09/15/2023

ORIGINAL FERRELL'S DONUT HIGHLIGHT:
MAPLE CAKE DONUT IS THE STAR
OF THIS SHOW!

The venerable donut and sandwich shop has been turning out their majorly pleasurable maple cake donuts for 30 years. Original Ferrell's Donuts cake-style donuts "are particularly popular," says the shop's D.K., AKA the Donut King.

(Important side note: not all donut shops are lucky enough to have a Donut King — Donut Kings are trained from an early age to oversee donut-making elves.)

When asked who in particular typically buys their maple cake donuts, the D.K. said, "People.
People are the ones who tend to buy maple cake donuts because they're attracted to the two quality toppings we use, which are maple icing and chocolate squiggles."

So next time you're in the neighborhood, the D.K. cordially invites "People" to stop in and try a fabulous maple cake donut. All donuts are made fresh 7 days at the Santa Cruz location. You can call in all your donut orders, also sandwiches or a comfort food Turkey Sundae, all for dine-in or pick-up.

1761 17th Ave. & Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-0444 | 5am – 2pm 7 days | santacruzdonuts.com

05/25/2023

ORIGINAL FERRELL'S DONUTS BEAR CLAWS
SO GOOD, YA DON'T WANT TO SHARE!

Original Ferrell's has been making bear claws for more than 20 years. This donut, or pastry, is a favorite because of its rugged looks and sweet nutty filling of almond paste. Topped with a vanilla glaze and slivered almonds, this large donut is big enough to share but most customers of Original Ferrell's won't share.

You have to wonder why not?

"I tell you why not," says DK, the Original Ferrell's personal Donut King, "because they're too darn good. These dern bear claws are easily the best bear claws you will find anywhere on Capitola Road — I'm serious! I've overheard many a mother tell their very own kids, 'get your own,' when their little angels are begging for just one bite... Yup: that's some serious love of our bear claws."

DK has been known to make up stories, but he's not exaggerating about the shop's bear claws likability. If you're not familiar with Original Ferrell's Donuts bear claws, we suggest you pick one up soon. No, better make that two because these bear claws ain't built for sharing!

Made fresh 7 days a week by our expert and highly conscientious donut-making elves at our Santa Cruz location. You can call in all your donut orders, also sandwiches and our fabulous Turkey Sundae, all for dine-in or pick-up.

1761 17th Ave. & Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-0444 | 5am – 2pm 7 days | santacruzdonuts.com

04/20/2023

Old Fashioned Chocolate Donuts To The Rescue
7 Days A Week, Courtesy Original Ferrell's Donuts!

Why do we say "rescue?" The Old Fashioned Chocolate donut is one of the shop's favorite "pleasure" donuts. With its classic crunchy exterior and then bathed in a luxurious high-quality chocolate, this decadent sweet treat has been a sure-fire cure for the occasional doldrums.

As the shop's Donut King likes to say, "It's virtually impossible to frown while biting into one of our Old Fashioned Chocolate's." (Note: Not every donut shop has a Donut King on the premises.)

Call ahead for donuts, sandwiches, and turkey sundaes and your order will be waiting for your dine-in or pick-up.
Call: (831) 462-0444 | 1761 17th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Weekdays 5:00 am – 2:00 pm ▪ Weekends 5:00 am – 2:00 pm
https://santacruzdonuts.com/ |

02/14/2023

Chocolate Sprinkles Donuts For The Little Kid In All Of Us!

When's the last time you saw a child take bite into a Chocolate Sprinkles Donut and not smile? Original Ferrell's Chocolate Sprinkle Donuts are grump-proof, at least for kids. So the next time you're feeling way too much like a stuffy ol' adult, try not acting your age by enjoying one our Chocolate Sprinkles Donuts. Your friends and family will be delighted with the new you!

Call ahead for your orders — donuts, breakfast bagels and sandwiches — and it'll waiting for you when you arrive! (831) 462-0444 | 1761 17th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA
Hours: 5 am - 2 pm 7 days
https://santacruzdonuts.com

09/28/2015

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