noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A type of waffle that uses a mix of waffle and doughnut dough, and is deep fried and decorated like a doughnut. neologism

   "Wonuts are made with a two-step cooking process, and in that way they're similar to bagels."

Example

More examples

"Wonuts are made with a two-step cooking process, and in that way they're similar to bagels."

Etymology

Blend of waffle + donut. First popularized in 2014 at Waffles Cafe in Chicago by owner Alex Hernandez.

Related phrases

deep fry

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