It’s not a road trip along the South Coast unless you stop for hot cinnamon doughnuts in Berry. Don’t expect icing, glaze or sprinkles at this famous van – these doughy rings are strictly sugar and cinnamon, as they should be. And your sweet snacks come out steaming hot by default. Hot tip: always order twice as many as you think you’ll need. 73 Queen St, Berry; instagram.com/berrydonutvan.

When it comes to doughnuts, Papi knows best. These masters of deep-fried dough churn out fresh batches all day long, so you’ll always get the softest, fluffiest, cakiest ’nut, no matter what time you roll up. But what really makes Donut Papi stand apart is its use of Asian- inspired fillings and toppings. A hole foods diet never looked so good. 139 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville; donutpapi.com .

We’re not sugar coating it. These are exceptional doughnuts. Small-batch sourdough delights are dipped in caramel or chocolate, pumped with vanilla bean custard and sprinkled with praline crumb. You’ll have a new favourite each day with experimental flavours like sticky date pudding or Froot Loops coming out on the regular. 68 Bridge Rd, Nowra; instagram.com/espresso_boy_doughnuts.

Two all-time greats, the creme brulee and the doughnut, come together at Doughheads. It’s this signature item that has won Novocastrians (and the rest of us) over and earned Doughheads a place in our hearts and stomachs. The best part? This Newy bakery also has plenty of low-gluten and vegan options too. 17/204 Union St, The Junction, Newcastle; doughheads.com.au.

Sweet tooths will be no stranger to Cubby. The Chinderah riverside outpost makes a mean brunch, but it tempts with its bakery treats. Among the plethora of outlandish doughnuts (almond croissant doughnut included), the cinnamon stands out for its simplicity. Fresh, light as a cloud, and generously rolled in cinnamon sugar. It proves you can’t beat a classic. 162 Chinderah Bay Dr, Chinderah; cubbybakehouse.com