Krispy Kreme^® and Barbie™ Collaborate on New Flavors; Dave Skena and Meredith Norrie Detail

Krispy Kreme^® celebrated the birthday of an icon with a new doughnut collection in honor of the Barbie^™ brand’s 65^th anniversary.

“We’re excited to celebrate the Barbie brand’s 65^th birthday with a collaboration that’s full of fun and flavor,” said Dave Skena, Global Chief Brand Officer, Krispy Kreme. “We’re bringing Barbie’s iconic fashions to life through delicious doughnuts that are sure to thrill Barbie and Krispy Kreme fans alike.”

Here is a breakdown of those sweet and stylish flavors:

• Barbie Pink Doughnut: Original Glazed^® Doughnut piped with pink buttercream, sprinkled with sparkly pink sugar, and topped with Barbie sunglasses
• Malibu Dream Party Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with Cake Batter Kreme^™, dipped in Malibu blue icing and sparkly graham sand, topped with a Barbie DreamHouse piece, and piped with a white cloud
• Barbie Berries ’n Kreme^™ Doughnut: An unglazed shell doughnut filled with Strawberry Kreme^™, dipped in white icing, drizzled with purple and pink buttercream, and topped with a Barbie heart
• Barbie Sweet 65^th Doughnut: An Original Glazed Doughnut, dipped in chocolate icing, topped with Barbie Sweet 65^th sprinkles

“Barbie and Krispy Kreme are two brands that immediately spark joy and elicit sweet memories,” said Meredith Norrie, Vice President of Global Licensing and Consumer Products, Mattel. “As we continue to celebrate Barbie's 65^th anniversary this year, Krispy Kreme is the perfect partner to join us, inviting fans across generations to enjoy the perfect blend of flavor and style, with nods to Barbie sprinkled into every bite.”

A press release explained Krispy Kreme and Barbie fans can also find a limited-time Krispy Kreme 6-pack, featuring the Barbie Pink Doughnut, Barbie Berries ’n Kreme Doughnut, and Barbie Sweet 65^th Doughnut, which are being delivered fresh daily to select grocery stores.

In addition to the doughnuts, Krispy Kreme has special treats for randomly selected fans, including a limited quantity of Barbie Fashionista dolls. Click here for the full press release and more details.

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