2020 Indy Bucket List: visit an Indy Dough pop-up to score one of the famous, drool-worthy baked goods that appear in your Instagram. This pop-up happens in Studio C, a creative culinary wonderland that consists of private chef dinners, single daily meal specials, morning coffee and this sweet pop-up. When Amanda took to creating these artisan donuts, the city immediately flocked. Follow her on Instagram (@indydough) to see the different baked goods she cooks up each week. She usually makes donuts: think everything from cherry vanilla crullers to guava cream cheese old fashioned and black sesame glazed donuts. They're truly cooler than any donuts you've ever tried. I saw a post about white cheddar, green onion scones and immediately hopped on it. I messaged Amanda the night before the pop-up and she set one aside, as they usually sell out. This is the kind of place that you will have to arrive incredibly early to even have a chance at scoring a donut. There's a limited amount and they sell out in person within 30 minutes. They'll be a line outside before the place even opens. Go to bed early, get up early, and be ready to wait for the experience! Thank you Amanda! I gobbled up the scone so quickly and it was so, so, so GOOD. read more

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I've been seeing tons and tons of photos on social and so much buzz about this place. This "place" happens to be a pop up so it might change based on the day. I just so happened to come across them with a Tinker Coffee partnership. They were sadly out of most pastries, but we ended up with a galette-like tomato + cheese tart. It was so damn drool-worthy. It had a variety of colors of tomatoes. It was perfectly creamy from the cheesiness and salty from the buttery pastry. Can't wait to try more of their stuff and hope to see them do more pop ups downtown! read more

Indy Dough Donut POP-UP - Popup at Tinker - Donuts Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The HOLEY GRAIL of DONUTS! I've been to all but one of Amanda's show stopping pastry pop ups. It's mostly donuts but ever once in a while you will get graced with a perfectly chewy cookie, a delectable galette, a scone, or slice of cake perhaps - but it's all glorious - all delectable. I will warn you - once you go Indy Dough... you'll never go back! So the owner, Amanda, is literally the sweetest and one of the most humbly talented pastry chefs I've EVER met. Her pop-ups are insane they sell pur in less than a minute - if you miss it that's the game baby, try again later. You've been warned they literally sell out online in less than one minute everytime and normal in store pop ups in less than 30 min (and those start at 6am). I can't pick a favorite - it'd be like picking a favorite child. However I will say... Her french cruelers are something like I've never tasted before - they're light and airy and moist and crisp and adorned with delicious flavors like cardamon or coconut hibiscus. Her Old Fashioned donuts are similar to a cake (if I have to compare them to something) but their also not comparable to any other cake donut you've ever had. Her yeast are o so delicious, but appear in rare form as they take a lot more work and space to prep than any others. The Fritters, if the heavens shine down on you and you are lucky enough to get your hands on one of Amanda's Apple Fritters... crisp edges, chewy insides, loaded with cinnamony apples, a sticky glaze, and flaky salt. They're perfection. Chocolate Chip Salted cookie, they're that perfect chewy cookie with melty chocolate chips and flaky salt on top and I highly recommend devouring them immediately or topping with some ice cream. So if you want a bite of heaven follow @indydough on insta (it's the only way to know) and set your notifications and all your reminders, and maybe say a little good grace! read more

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The hype surrounding Indy Dough cannot be over exaggerated. They are seriously so so good and feel more elevated than your average donut because they are small-batch and are made with really unique flavors like guava cream cheese. I went to the pop up at Studio C a few weeks ago, but you'll have to follow along on Instagram @indydough to find out where she will be next! When I arrived 15 minutes before opening, there were already a few people lining up outside so definitely arrive early. I got a donut, a buttermilk biscuit with jam, and an iced chai latte and everything was divine. Studio C is right on the Monon, so if you're out for a run and think to yourself "I'd rather be enjoying coffee and a donut" then stop here! read more

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Indy Dough is a new donut pop-up by Amanda Gibson who previously worked at an artisan donut shop in Florida developing recipes and thank goodness she's here because these donuts are amazing. I was lucky enough to snag a couple at her most recent pop up and the caramel miso apple donut had me salivating all day. Tips for her pop ups - check indydough on Instagram - show up early - 2 donuts per person so bring a friend if you want more - DONT be angry if she's sold out in a few minutes because these donuts are just that good - show up again for the next one read more

Indy Dough Donut POP-UP - Blood orange and caramel miso doughnuts - Donuts Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Indy Dough is the real deal, y'all. I've tried Amanda's donuts four times between her pop-up's at Studio C and collaborations with Circles Ice Cream and Guggman Haus Brewing, and every time I was super impressed with her offerings. Give her a follow on Instagram (@indydough) and cross your fingers that you'll be the recipient of her culinary creativity soon. read more

Indy Dough Donut POP-UP - Donuts Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

It takes some patience, alarm clocks, and memorizing your credit card number if you want a chance to try these doughnuts from Indy Dough. I think Amanda does a nice job of crafting flavor combos and taking the doughnut from something that can be simple into an art form. I was hoping for a melt-in-your-mouth doughnut, but found my two slightly chewy. Overall, I do think the doughnuts from Indy Dough are good and have fun flavors. I would definitely get the doughnuts again if I'm wanting something more than just a plain yeast doughnut. It is a one-woman pop-up shop, so there are a limited number of doughnuts that are sold during each event. So have a little patience when you're trying to get your hands on a box. read more

Indy Dough Donut POP-UP - Apple fritter (bottom) & Lemon olive oil (top) - Donuts Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Indy dough, run by Amanda Gibson, is a speciality pop-up baker focusing on doughnuts! I can't begin to say enough about how amazing the baked goods she puts forth are. While her focus is doughnuts, there is opportunity to snag cookies, fritters, scones, and even more! She does brioche, old-fashion, and cruelller donuts but it'll depend on what is made as options are typically limited. She was based out of Studio C but now will do pop-ups with other local businesses which is always a plus for me. If you want to find the next pop-up, follow the Instagram account to keep up to date. When a pop-up does occur, you will need to get there at least 15-20 minutes early (I would suggest 30 minutes to be safe) or have a timer ready to order a ticket for an event. The price is a bit more than a standard doughnut but it is totally worth the cost in my opinion. Her apple fritters are one of the best I've had and actually what got me to try them with her balance of sweetness, apple chunks, and salt it really does hit the spot. read more

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I was FINALLY able to stop by Studio C this morning and snag some Indy Dough goodies. I've been following Indy Dough for months on social media and have been anxiously awaiting an opportunity to try her donuts that everyone raves about. This morning I tried the apple fritter and vegan-ish old fashioned donut with chocolate frosting and sprinkles. I also got a vanilla iced chai. The apple fritter was still warm and melted in my mouth. Perfection. I saved a few bites for my husband and he thought it was delicious! We split the old fashioned and both loved it. We're both not huge donut people but couldn't get enough. The iced vanilla chia was also perfection. Great flavor. Cannot wait to try more of Amanda's creations in the future! read more

The Doughnuts and Beer pairing at GuggmanHaus Brewery were amazing! The doughnuts were so fresh and tasty! YUM!!! I can't wait to try more!!! read more

What can I say other that it's worth all the social media hype! These donuts are amazing and would stand up against any other donut shop in Indy - and easily give them an knock out! The flavors are deep and developed & unlike anything you'll find anywhere else. Today I tried all four flavors she offered {I brought a teammate because it's a 2 doughnut limit}. The apple fritters are so delicious and have just the right amount of sweetness. The crueler was light, warm, and covered in a delicious sugar blend. The banana doughnut was covered in a tasty glaze and freeze dried bananas for a unique and tasty flavor combo. My favorite though - the champ of today - pistachio chocolate! I will forever have heart eyes for this doughnut. Keep up the amazing work and we will keep coming back! read more