Krispy Kreme Celebrates Artemis Lunar Mission With Moon Doughnut

NASA was expected to launch the Artemis I rocket today (8/29) for an uncrewed test flight around the moon. Unfortunately, the launch had to be scrubbed due to fuel leaks and other engine problems. USA Today reports the next flight window is Friday (9/2), as long as NASA determines the rocket is ready. But this delay isn't stopping Krispy Kreme from going ahead with their own exciting launch.

[UPDATE: Space.com has reported that NASA will make a second attempt to launch its Artemis One mission on Saturday (9/3). Technical problems with one of the four main engines forced NASA to scrub Monday morning's attempt. The good news? It was a faulty sensor, not an issue with the engine.]

Krispy Kreme is celebrating NASA’s moon mission with a new space-themed doughnut. According to Disney Food Blog, the Artemis Moon Doughnut is filled with cheesecake-flavored cream, and dipped in cookies and cream icing. The company says the treat is designed to look like the moon and will be available at participating Krispy Kreme locations across the U.S. and Canada today only (8/29).

The Artemis I mission is part of NASA’s plan to land a human on the moon for the first time in 50 years. Or, as conspiracy theorists will tell you, the first time ever.

The first Friday in June is National Doughnut Day. But that's not the only National Doughnut Day. Confused? Here are some deep-fried facts about doughnuts that will hopefully clear things up for you. Let's start with the spelling.