Krispy Kreme goes dark for Solar Eclipse 2017

Krispy Kreme's famous original glazed doughnuts will be eclipsed to celebrate the show in the sky.

The doughnut company will be coating its original glazed donuts with a covering of chocolate on Aug. 21.

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It will be done at participating stores.

Click here to find a store that is taking part in what's being touted as the "tastiest eclipse in history."

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