We stopped by LaMar’s Donuts the other day. It seems like we never manage to get to a doughnut shop when they’re fully stocked. On the day in question, one of the early hunter-and-gatherers had walked in and asked for 14 dozen doughnuts—and they hadn’t called ahead. (Note: This isn’t a way to make friends at a doughnut shop. And of all the places where it’d be nice to have pals….)
Still, we stumbled on a particularly delicious item. One of my fallbacks later in the day at such places are what are called around here "old fashioned" doughnuts. They also are known as sour cream or buttermilk, but by any name, they’re the heavier version of a cake doughnut, the texture richer and slightly crumbly, usually sporting only a simple glaze. Even a little stale, they keep their humble charm.
This time I got an old-fashioned glazed bar, and was, to put it plainly, blown away. It was the moistest one I’ve ever had, wonderfully tender, far less stodgy than the usual. And then there was the flavor. Just a touch of almond extract? Maybe a little lemon? It was dazzling. I’ve got to get in the habit of carrying my camera at all times.
It’s a don’t miss.
LaMar’s Donuts
2542 S. Brentwood Blvd, Brentwood
314-962-6210
9614 Olive Blvd., Olivette
314-989-1101
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I guess I’m old at heart as I too favor the buttermilk cake donuts more than any other. All that sweetness of the modern favorite, Krispy Kreme, is just too much.
And it is dangerous temptation to be sure as I now work mere moments away from LaMar’s which for me really are the best donuts in St. Louis.
They really prove that being a chain doesn’t mean you can’t do something well and with consistency.