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　A doughnut or donut is a type of food made from leavened fried dough.[1]: 275  It is popular in many countries and is prepared in various forms as a sweet snack that can be homemade or purchased in bakeries, supermarkets, food stalls, and franchised specialty vendors. Doughnut is the traditional spelling, while donut is the simplified version; the terms are used interchangeably.
　Doughnuts are usually deep fried from a flour dough, but other types of batters can also be used. Various toppings and flavors are used for different types, such as sugar, chocolate or maple glazing. Doughnuts may also include water, leavening, eggs, milk, sugar, oil, shortening, and natural or artificial flavors.　
　In Japan, donuts are sold in specialty shops, supermarkets, and convenience stores. However, it is relatively easy to make them at home using ingredients like pancake mix, and there are also commercially available "donut mixes" specifically for this purpose. While considered a type of confectionery in Japan, I've heard that in the United States, many people also have them as a breakfast substitute.