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HOLEY MOLEY!
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November 5 is National Donut Day — a perfect excuse to grab a sweet treat with your morning coffee! 🍩☕ But have you ever wondered how donuts got their signature holes? According to a popular story, a 16-year-old boy came up with the idea in 1847 while working aboard a ship. What did he reportedly use to punch a hole in the dough? (Scroll down for the answer!)
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HOLEY MOLEY! Answer
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A tin pepper box! According to the story, Hanson Gregory, a young American sailor, used the container to cut the centers out of donuts so they would cook more evenly. Whether the tale is entirely true remains a matter of debate, but Gregory is widely credited with popularizing the ring-shaped donut.
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