# Dippable Mini Donut Holes Yoshinoya's New Donut Dippers Comes with a Sweet Caramel Dipping Sauce By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-07-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donut-dippers References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2020/07/14/yoshinoya-launches-new-donut-dippers-with-caramel-dipping-sauce/) The fan-favorite Japanese fast food chain, Yoshinoya, recently expanded its dessert selection with the debut of a sweet new treat called Donut Dippers. Just as the name suggests, Yoshinoya's new Donut Dippers are essentially a dippable version of fresh donuts. The new donuts are essentially bite-sized donut holes served with a side of sweet caramel dipping sauce. The new dessert is now available at the chain's more than 100 locations. However, Yoshinoya also wants to make its new Donut Dippers a sweet delivery option as well, especially in light of COVID-19 dining restrictions. To promote the dessert, Yoshinoya is offering free delivery with the DoorDash delivery app through July 20, 2020 on orders of at least $15. Image Credit: Yoshinoya ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Dippable Desserts:** Yoshinoya's Donut Dippers shows a growing trend of bite-sized, dippable desserts gaining popularity. - **Fast Food Desserts:** Fast food chains are expanding their dessert options to appeal to younger demographics and compete with traditional dessert shops. - **Contactless Delivery Promotions:** In response to COVID-19 dining restrictions, restaurants are offering free delivery promotions to encourage customers to try new menu items, like Yoshinoya's Donut Dippers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains are expanding their dessert options to appease younger demographics and compete with traditional dessert shops. - **Food Delivery:** Contactless food delivery services are increasing in demand as customers shift away from traditional dining experiences due to COVID-19. - **Dessert Shops:** As fast food chains continue to expand their dessert options, traditional dessert shops must innovate to keep up with changing consumer preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cookie Crumb Donut Holes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donut-dots.md) - [Flavorful Asian Chicken Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoshinoya.md) - [Savory Japanese Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/im-donut.md) - [Stir-fried Japanese Noodle Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-udon-noodles.md) - [Dough-Wrapped Sandwich Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-dippers.md) - [Bite-Sized Cinnamon Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-desserts.md) - [Flavor-Packed QSR Edamame Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-spicy-edamame.md) - [Miniature Beignet-Inspired Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shipley-donuts-yays.md) - [Mini Springtime Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-mini-doughnuts.md)