Custom Donut Boxes

Custom donut boxes hold a row or a dozen securely, resist grease and glaze, and put your brand on every takeaway order. Donuts are messy, greasy and irresistible, so their box has to work as hard as it looks good. At Apexio Packaging, we make custom donut boxes in the USA from grease-resistant, food-grade board that keeps oil off the print and donuts from sliding. Order one box or thousands with zero MOQ, free design, a free 3D mockup and free US shipping. Get your free quote and free 3D design proof today – email sales@apexiopackaging.com or call +1 (855) 466-6990.

What Are Custom Donut Boxes?

Custom donut boxes are printed, grease-resistant cartons built to hold, protect and present donuts, from a single ring to a dozen. Most donut boxes are low-profile lock-corner or auto-lock cartons with a grease-resistant liner, sized for a row or a full dozen so donuts sit snug and level. A window or full lid shows the glaze, ventilation lets steam escape so a warm donut stays crisp, and every panel carries your logo. Donut boxes are one of the most-ordered styles across our custom bakery boxes range.

Which Businesses Use Custom Donut Boxes

Donut boxes suit any business selling donuts, from an artisan shop to a national coffee chain. Donut shops and dessert cafes box single servings and dozens for the counter, coffee chains brand grab-and-go boxes, and franchises need consistent, stackable packaging at scale. Food trucks and delivery brands lean on grease-resistant boxes that survive transport, and home bakers use our zero-MOQ policy to test a branded donut line.

Which Custom Donut Box Style Fits Your Order?

The right donut box style depends on the count, whether you display the glaze, and how the order travels.

Donut box style	Best for	Why it works
Single / 2-count carton	Individual and pair sales	Snug fit protects glaze and toppings
6-count bakery box	Half-dozen takeaway	Holds a row level and stackable
12-count dozen box	Full-dozen orders	Wide, low profile keeps donuts flat
Window donut box	Display and gift boxes	Shows the glaze before opening

Pick the count first, then board, window and print. Chains standardise on dozen boxes, while gift lines add windows and foil, much like our gold bakery boxes.

Common Custom Donut Box Sizes

Donut boxes are cut to any count; the chart lists the sizes shops request most, in real bakery inches.

Box size (L x W x H)	Fits	Common use
4 x 4 x 3 in	Single donut	Individual and gift sales
7 x 5 x 3 in	2-4 donuts	Small takeaway pack
10 x 7 x 2.5 in	Half-dozen donuts	Standard 6-count box
13.75 x 9.5 x 3.75 in	Full dozen	12-count bakery box
9 x 9 x 2.5 in	Square 4-6 pack	Cafe and delivery box

These are starting points, not limits. We size every donut box to your count and glaze height, add dividers for assorted flavours, and cut custom dimensions for family packs.

Food-Grade Materials and Board Options

Donut boxes use food-grade paperboard and corrugated stock with a grease-resistant liner, chosen for oil content and stacking load.

Material / board	Weight	Best for
Grease-resistant lined board	16-20pt	Glazed and iced donuts
SBS / food-grade paperboard	16-24pt (approx 350-520 gsm)	Printed retail donut boxes
Kraft paperboard	16-24pt	Artisan and eco donut shops
E-flute corrugated	approx 1/16 in flute	Delivery and family packs

A grease-resistant liner is the key to a donut box, keeping oil and glaze off the print so the box looks clean at the counter. SBS holds sharp branding, kraft gives a natural look, and E-flute corrugated adds strength for delivery. We build in food-grade stock and never use uncoated greyboard for direct food contact.

Printing Options: Offset and Digital

We print custom donut boxes by two methods, chosen by run size, artwork and deadline.

Printing method	Best for	Main strength
Offset printing	Larger runs, brand-colour consistency	Sharpest detail, steady colour at scale
Digital printing	Short runs, samples, new flavours	No plates, fast and affordable

Offset and flexographic printing keep colour consistent across high-volume donut runs, while digital printing skips plates so a seasonal flavour or short batch stays fast and affordable. Tell us the quantity and we recommend the better route free.

Colour Options: CMYK, PMS and RGB

Custom Donut Boxes print in CMYK and match exact Pantone (PMS) brand colours, while RGB stays for on-screen design.

Colour system	Use it for	Note
CMYK	Full-colour art, dessert photography	Standard four-colour print
PMS (Pantone)	Exact logo and brand colours	Identical shade on every reprint
RGB	On-screen design and previews	Convert to CMYK before printing

CMYK reproduces bright, appetising glaze and topping colours, while Pantone (PMS) matching locks your brand shade on every reprint. RGB is screen-only, so we convert files and confirm on your proof. Our colour guide explains CMYK, PMS and RGB in plain terms.

Finishes and Food-Safe Coatings

Finishes make a donut box look premium and protect the print against grease and handling.

Finish / coating	Effect	Best for
Aqueous coating	Food-safe grease protection	Glazed and iced donuts
Matte lamination	Soft, modern surface	Craft donut brands
Gloss lamination	Bright, wipeable colour	High-volume retail boxes
Spot UV / foil	Logo shine and accent	Gift and premium boxes

An aqueous coating adds food-safe grease resistance for glazed donuts, matte suits craft brands, and gloss keeps a busy box wipeable and bright. Spot UV and foil lift gift and seasonal lines without touching the food surface.

Windows, Inserts and Add-Ons

Windows, inserts and add-ons protect the glaze and complete the donut box.

Option	What it does	Best for
PVC or die-cut window	Shows glaze and toppings	Display and gift boxes
Divider / insert	Separates flavours	Assorted dozen boxes
Ventilation holes	Releases steam, keeps donuts crisp	Warm and glazed donuts
Handle or thumb-tab	Easy carry and open	Takeaway and delivery

A window shows the glaze, a divider keeps assorted flavours from touching, and ventilation stops warm donuts going soft, while a grease-resistant build protects the print like our eco friendly bakery packaging. Ready to build yours? Get a free quote and a free 3D proof now – email sales@apexiopackaging.com or call +1 (855) 466-6990.

Food Safety and Freshness

Donut boxes are food-safe first, pairing food-grade board with a grease-resistant liner and ventilation. Donuts sit directly on the board and release oil and steam, so we build with food-grade paperboard, food-safe inks and a grease-resistant liner, in line with FDA food-packaging guidance. Ventilation holes let steam escape so a warm donut stays crisp, and a snug fit keeps the glaze and toppings intact in transit.

Custom Donut Boxes Across the USA

We ship custom donut packaging for shops and chains across the USA. Apexio Packaging serves donut shops in California, Texas, Florida, New York and Illinois, and ships free to every state. A Texas food truck may want kraft dozen boxes, and a New York cafe printed window boxes, all with free nationwide shipping.

Wholesale Custom Donut Boxes: Zero MOQ, Free Shipping and Lead Time

Ordering wholesale custom donut boxes is simple, with zero MOQ, free design and free US shipping. Order a single box to test a design, or a large run for a franchise or coffee chain. Standard production runs about 5-7 business days after proof approval, with a RUSH option. Cafes often pair donut boxes with our custom take out boxes and custom food boxes. Order now with zero MOQ and free US shipping – get your free quote today.

Our Quality Review Before Production

We review every donut box for grease resistance, fit, print and structure before it ships. We check the grease-resistant liner, print registration, colour accuracy and fold strength, and confirm the box holds a dozen donuts without sagging or staining. Shops that switch from plain trays to printed donut boxes report cleaner counters and stronger takeaway branding.

Order Custom Donut Boxes Today

Give every donut order packaging that resists grease and sells your brand. Start with zero risk: no minimums, free design, a free 3D mockup and free US shipping. Send us your count and artwork, and we turn it into grease-safe, food-grade donut boxes. Get your free quote and free design proof now – email sales@apexiopackaging.com or call +1 (855) 466-6990.