It's a question as old as time (or at least since breakfast): why do Donuts have holes? Is the circle meant to evoke the heliocentric orbit of the earth, and the consequent changing of seasons down through the ages? Maybe! But nobody who hasn't had their Donut and coffee yet would ever get that philosophical!No indeed, the reason for that shape is wholly practical! Normal gigantic pastries require a full two-handed hug, but the hole in a Donut allows for easy one-handed hugging! Want to snuggle a Donut and a puppy at the same time? Take one in each arm! Want to cuddle a Donut while decorating an elaborate cake? You know what to do! Want to hug a Donut while...also hugging another Donut? Yes!