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title: "Twice as Nice: Shipley Donuts Launches New $4 Duo Deal; Introduces New Apple Fritter Bites"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/518c7ce4-65a3-40f5-ab2f-cfae483e3a23
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20250723_twice_as_nice_shipley_donuts_launches_new_4_duo_deal_introduces_new_apple_f.html
category: "Bakery & breakfast"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Bakery & breakfast"
published: 2025-07-23T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T17:36:45.947Z
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# Twice as Nice: Shipley Donuts Launches New $4 Duo Deal; Introduces New Apple Fritter Bites

**TL;DR:** Shipley Donuts launches a new $4 Duo Deal, which includes a kolache and a donut, and introduces Apple Fritter Bites, a limited-time menu item. The Duo Deal and Apple Fritter Bites are available at all participating Shipley Donuts locations.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2025-07-23. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20250723_twice_as_nice_shipley_donuts_launches_new_4_duo_deal_introduces_new_apple_f.html).*

## Story

As consumers increasingly seek out cost-saving meal solutions, Shipley’s Duo Deal offers a way for guests to treat themselves to beloved recipes without breaking the bank. Guests have their choice of any kolache, including popular Egg & Cheese varieties, paired with any donut — glazed, cake, filled or iced — all baked fresh daily. For just $1.99, guests can complete the meal with a freshly brewed coffee.

"The Shipley Duo Deal is designed for busy individuals or families looking for an affordably priced, protein-packed breakfast on the go," said Shipley Donuts Senior Vice President of Marketing Laurie Curtis. "For just $4, guests can enjoy a complete breakfast that satisfies both sweet donut and savory kolache cravings for the perfect morning fuel."

In addition, Shipley is adding new Apple Fritter Bites to its menu — a limited-time offering perfect for the back-to-school season. These bite-sized treats are handmade with Shipley's signature yeast dough and real apples, swirled with cinnamon and sugar, then glazed to perfection. An order of eight is just $2, making them an affordable, craveable snack that can be enjoyed any time of day — whether as a morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up.

"Our Apple Fritter Bites take everything guests love about our fan-favorite Apple Fritter and condenses it into the perfect snackable size, capturing the flavor of fall in every delicious morsel," said Kaitlyn Venable, Shipley Director of Culinary.

Both offerings are available now at all participating Shipley Donuts locations. For additional information, visit www.shipleydonuts.com.

Founded in 1936, Houston-based Shipley Donuts is the nation's largest brand of handmade fresh daily donuts and kolaches, with more than 375 company-owned and franchised restaurants across 14 states, serving up its famous donuts, coffee and kolaches to generations of guests. Shipley is ranked No. 121 on Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500® 2025 list and No.

For career changers and multi-unit owners, Shipley Donuts is the one donut franchise investment that's poised for fantastic growth. High-quality product and simple-to-run business model that drives a strong AUV.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- QSR (sector)
- menu pricing (topic)
- limited time offer (topic)
- new menu item (topic)
- Shipley Donuts (company)
- Kaitlyn Venable (person)
- Laurie Curtis (person)
- breakfast deal (topic)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20250723_twice_as_nice_shipley_donuts_launches_new_4_duo_deal_introduces_new_apple_f.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/518c7ce4-65a3-40f5-ab2f-cfae483e3a23).