"Stores across multiple US states face empty shelves, leaving customers puzzled and sparking online conspiracy theories."
January 13, 2025: Customers visiting Dunkin’ outlets across Nebraska and New Mexico are encountering an unusual problem: a lack of doughnuts, the signature item the chain is known for. Signs have been spotted at several locations, including Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island, notifying customers that doughnuts are unavailable due to a “manufacturing error.” However, no specific details about the error have been disclosed.
According to Independent, the issue isn’t confined to Nebraska and New Mexico. Reports of doughnut shortages have surfaced in other states as well, sparking widespread confusion. A manager at a Dunkin' store in Omaha confirmed the issue is national but declined to elaborate further, citing directives from company headquarters.
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This isn’t the first time Dunkin' has faced supply chain issues. A similar doughnut shortage occurred in 2021. However, this latest shortage appears to be far more widespread, leaving customers to wonder why Dunkin’ doesn’t produce its doughnuts on-site, as it once did.
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Social Media Buzz
As news of the doughnut shortage spread, social media erupted with reactions ranging from surprise to conspiracy theories.
“Wait, they no longer make doughnuts at the stores? That used to be their big selling point,” one user tweeted.
Another added, “Sounds like it is once again time to make the doughnuts.”
One user speculated, “That’s not a ‘shortage.’ That’s a ‘none of the product made it out into market so we can technically do a withdrawal and not a formal recall’ situation. I’d bet good money there’s something seriously wrong with the dough.”
About Dunkin'
Dunkin’, formerly known as Dunkin’ Donuts until a rebranding in 2018, is one of the world’s largest coffee and doughnut chains, with over 13,200 locations. The company was founded in 1950 in Massachusetts and was acquired by Inspire Brands, the parent company of Arby’s and Buffalo Wild Wings, for $11.3 billion in 2020.
Despite its global presence, the doughnut shortage has highlighted vulnerabilities in Dunkin’s supply chain, leaving fans of the sweet treat disappointed and hungry for answers.
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