# Cheesy Pumpkin Donuts Dunkin' Donuts is Celebrating Fall with a Pumpkin Cheesecake Donut Treat By M | Published 2015-08-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-donut References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/2015/08/93002/dunkin-donuts-new-flavors?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss) & [dunkindonuts](http://www.dunkindonuts.com/dunkindonuts/en.html/) As food chains release fall-themed treats in celebration of the changing seasons, [Dunkin' Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-iced-drink) has created a [Pumpkin Cheesecake square donut](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-fathers-table-and-dunkin). The spiced donut will be available exclusively through the month of October. The Pumpkin Cheesecake donut flavor pays tribute to popular flavors of the fall seasons. Inside the donut is filled with a rich pumpkin cheese cake filling that is creamy in texture with a distinct pumpkin aroma. The donut is topped with a layer of orange icing, crushed graham crackers and a white icing drizzle making this a decadent fall dessert item. In addition to the Pumpkin Cheesecake flavor, Dunkin' Donuts is also offering a donut is inspired by the popular Reese's Peanut Butter Cups in a collaboration with chocolate brand, [The Hershey Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reeses-pieces-chocolate-cookie). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fall-themed Treats:** Creating unique and seasonal treats can attract customers and generate buzz. - **Collaborations with Food Brands:** Partnering with popular food brands can create exciting flavor combinations and expand customer reach. - **Limited Edition Offerings:** Releasing limited edition treats can create a sense of urgency and exclusivity, driving customer demand. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative flavors and collaborations can disrupt the traditional food and beverage market, creating new customer experiences. - **Fast Food Chains:** Introducing limited edition items and seasonal treats can help fast food chains stay competitive and drive foot traffic. - **Confectionery:** Partnering with recognized chocolate brands can bring a unique twist to traditional confectionery offerings, attracting a wider consumer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Swirled Pumpkin Spice Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-cheesecake-swirl-doughnut.md) - [Limited-Time Autumnal Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-assortment.md) - [Streusel-Topped Pumpkin Muffins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-pumpkin-muffin.md) - [Seasonal Fall Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-harvest-collection.md) - [Fall-Ready Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autumns-orchard-collection.md) - [Spooky Cafe Menu Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-halloween-treats.md) - [Cafe-Inspired Seasonal Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-flavors-of-fall.md) - [Seasonal Pumpkin Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-1.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Latte Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-latte-swirl-doughnut.md)