Shipley Do-Nuts Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Shipley Do-Nuts cooks with: Palm-based shortening (donuts); sausage/dairy fat in kolaches. Across the 74 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
Safest Orders at Shipley Do-Nuts
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Sausage & Cheese Kolache + Bottled Water, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Ham & Cheese Kolache | 3.0g |
| Egg & Cheese Kolache | 3.0g |
| Shipley Bold & Cheese Kolache | 3.0g |
| Shipley Bold, Jalapeno & Cheese Kolache | 3.0g |
| Sausage & Cheese Kolache | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Shipley Do-Nuts
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Dozen Classic Glazed Donuts | 36.0g |
| Half-Dozen Classic Glazed Donuts | 18.0g |
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese Kolache | 5.0g |
| Sausage, Egg, Jalapeño & Cheese Kolache | 5.0g |
| Chocolate Cream Filled Donut | 4.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Shipley Do-Nuts use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Shipley Do-Nuts cooks with: Palm-based shortening (donuts); sausage/dairy fat in kolaches. Across the 74 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.4g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Shipley Do-Nuts cook with?
Our research indicates: Palm-based shortening (donuts); sausage/dairy fat in kolaches. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Shipley Do-Nuts use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Shipley Do-Nuts cooks with Palm-based shortening (donuts); sausage/dairy fat in kolaches, not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Shipley Do-Nuts seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Shipley Do-Nuts cooks with Palm-based shortening (donuts); sausage/dairy fat in kolaches, which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Shipley Do-Nuts?
Ham & Cheese Kolache is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Shipley Do-Nuts, at an estimated 3.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Shipley Do-Nuts?
Dozen Classic Glazed Donuts is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Shipley Do-Nuts, at an estimated 36.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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