Malasadas used to be something you had to fly to Hawaii for. Not anymore. If you are in Utah County and craving one, you can get them fried to order in Pleasant Grove at Onoh’s Malasada Co.
What is a malasada?
A malasada is a Portuguese yeast doughnut made famous in Hawaii. It has no hole, it is fried until golden and light inside, and it is traditionally rolled in sugar. For the full history, read What Is a Malasada?
What makes a great malasada
- Fresh from the fryer. A malasada is at its best within minutes of frying. The outside is slightly crisp and the inside is soft and airy.
- Light, not heavy. A good malasada should feel airy when you bite into it, not dense like a cake doughnut.
- Simple sugar first. The classic is rolled in granulated sugar. Fillings and drizzles are great, but the plain sugared version is the test.
Why Utah loves malasadas
Utah has deep ties to Hawaii and the Pacific Islands. Many Utahns have lived, studied or served in Hawaii, and Utah has the third-highest share of Pacific Islander residents of any state, according to the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. For a lot of people here, a malasada tastes like a memory.
Getting fresh malasadas at Onoh’s
Onoh’s started as a food trailer in October 2021 and opened its first storefront a little over a year later. Today every malasada is fried to order in Pleasant Grove. You pick your sugar, filling and drizzle.
- 1 malasada: $2.45
- 6 malasadas: $14.00
- 12 malasadas: $26.00
- Founder’s Favorites (we pick a mix): $19.00 for 6, $35.00 for 12
Pleasant Grove is an easy drive from Lehi, American Fork, Lindon, Orem and Provo.
FAQ
Where can I get malasadas in Utah County?
Onoh’s Malasada Co fries malasadas to order at 1043 S Valley Grove Way in Pleasant Grove, Utah.
Are malasadas the same as doughnuts?
They are a type of doughnut, but they have no hole, are made from a rich yeast dough and are usually rolled in sugar instead of glazed. See What Is a Malasada?
Can I order malasadas ahead?
Yes. Order online for pickup.
Onoh’s Malasada Co is at 1043 S Valley Grove Way, Ste A, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062. Open 8am to 8pm Monday through Thursday, 8am to 9pm Friday and Saturday. Closed Sunday.
Order ahead online or see the full menu.