Mochi Thai’M Donuts & Boba, the first mochi donut shop in Colorado Springs, is expanding to a third location and announcing plans to open a franchised location in Denver.
Co-owner and founder Sakeo Williams first launched the mochi donut business during the pandemic to make extra money after sales at her Thai restaurant stalled during the lockdown. The fresh mochi donuts, brightly colored, crunchy and chewy, were an instant hit in the Colorado Springs community.
“We drop our donuts fresh for every single order. That’s what makes us different. Most mochi donut shops have their donuts already pre-made in the morning and they’re sitting out in a display case. We don’t do that. Ours are always always hot and fresh,” says Williams.
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What is Mochi Thai’M Donuts?
Mochi Thai’M Donuts & Boba is Colorado Springs’ first mochi donut shop, serving chewy, crispy donuts made fresh to order and paired with boba drinks.Where are the current locations?
Mochi Thai’M Donuts & Boba operates at 721 N. Academy Blvd. and 1856 Democracy Point, Suite 100 in Colorado Springs. A third south-side location opens in October 2025.Is Mochi Thai’M gluten-free?
Yes. The donuts are made with rice or tapioca flour, making them naturally gluten free. The kitchen is fully celiac-friendly.What flavors are available?
Eight rotating flavors are offered daily, including salted caramel, churro, ube, cookies and creme, Thai tea, chocolate, and seasonal options like pumpkin spice or strawberry.Are they expanding beyond Colorado Springs?
Yes. In addition to the new south-side location, a franchised shop is planned for Denver, marking the brand’s first expansion outside Colorado Springs.Mochi donuts are a fusion between an American donut and Japanese mochi, which are chewy rice cakes. Boasting a crispy exterior and soft interior, the treat is shaped into a circle formed of eight small spheres, easy to pull apart and share.
“The recipe originated in Hawaii. The Hawaiians turned the donuts into a hybrid with mochi from Japan and then Americanized them with all-purpose flour, but I make the donuts with straight mochi,” Williams said.
Mochi M’Thai’s donuts are naturally gluten free, since they’re made with rice flour or tapioca flour. When Williams realized the appeal her donuts had for the gluten-free community, she took steps to ensure the kitchen would be completely celiac-friendly.
The new Mochi Thai’M location will be on the south side of the city, complementing existing shops on the north and east sides. The store is expected to open in October. Williams said a partner is also interested in opening a franchised location in Denver.
Their growth and success can be partially attributed to an ever-changing menu. Every week, Williams develops four new flavors of donuts, keeping the menu constantly rotating. She draws inspiration from what’s trending and what’s in season. If it’s strawberry season, the kitchen will offer a strawberry glaze, or pumpkin spice to celebrate autumn. Eight flavors are offered daily, including salted caramel, original glazed, churro, ube, cookies n creme, Thai tea, powdered sugar and chocolate.
Mochi Thai’M Donuts & Boba is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Current locations are 721 N. Academy Blvd. and 1856 Democracy Point, Suite 100. For more information on menu items and future openings, visit mochithaim.com.