This place in Gardendale offers the best donuts in Alabama and so much more

Photo byMike Bakes NYC

Gardendale's Monita's Bakery is well known for its delicious selection of baked products, each created with care and attention to detail. Their exquisite donuts, which have gained a reputation as the greatest in Alabama, are among the most well-liked products. Classic glazed donuts and unique varieties like lemon- and apple-filled are among the options; each mouthful delivers a taste explosion that entices customers to return for more. Their savory empanadas, which provide a nice counterpoint to the cakes' sweetness, are another popular favorite. The golden, flaky crust of these precisely baked empanadas encases a rich, savory interior. Monita's kolaches, which combine the best of savory and sweet flavors, are also an absolute must-try.

Popular Dishes:

Donuts (various flavors)

Lemon-Filled Donut

Apple-Filled Donut

Custard-Filled Donut with Chocolate

Empanadas

Kolaches

Standout dish:

Monita's Bakery is well-known for their custard-filled donuts with a chocolate topping. At $2.50 a donut, this one is well worth the money. With a large filling of smooth, creamy custard that nicely balances the sweetness of the rich chocolate frosting on top, the donut itself is light and fluffy. It's a lovely delicacy that tastes well for breakfast or as a midday snack with a cup of coffee. This donut is a true embodiment of the quality that Monita's Bakery is known for; the attention to detail in its creation is clearly apparent.