17 iPhone Wallpapers to Instantly Make Your Day

Casey Watkins
Dec 28, 2014

The middle of winter can be a dreary time. There isn’t as much sun and it’s too cold to get outside, so instead, it’s easy to slide into a TV-junk-food-yoga-pants rut that is comfortable… but sluggish. (Guilty!) Sometimes we just need a little boost of inspiration, or something to make us smile even when it’s negative degrees outside. Sure, you could go watch cat videos. Or you could put one of these inspiring wallpapers on your phone. Check them out!

1. A Good Day: Need a reminder to hop back on your bike or head to your cycling class? We can’t think of a better spot than on your phone. (via iPhone 5 Retina Wallpaper)

2. Be All There: This is a great reminder, amid the Facebook checking and Pinterest scrolling, to stop and take in your surroundings. (via Inspire We Trust)

3. Make Something: Here’s the perfect wallpaper to get you going on all those projects you’ve been meaning to do. Don’t have a pile of projects? We’ve got you covered. (via Free People)

4. Over-Think: Gray days produce time to sit and stew. Now your phone can remind you to let it go. (via Sweet Mint)

5. Daring Adventure: Taking risks won’t be as nerve-wrecking with this sweet push of encouragement. (via Thorn and Sparrow)

6. Go For It: Who knew such a simple design could be so inspirational? Whether you’re going after a new job or tackling a major renovation, this phone background will keep you motivated. (via B Is for Bonnie Design)

7. Dream and Explore: Oh, that blue sky. If this doesn’t make you want to go on a road trip, we don’t know what will. (via iPhone 5 Retina Wallpaper)

8. Classy and Fabulous: Right from the trendsetter’s lips to your phone screen, your phone can now remind you what to strive for. (via Northern Belle Diaries)

9. Regret Nothing: Yep, we agree — regret nothing. Not even that delicious pint of Ben and Jerry’s we ate last night. (via Mobile 9)

10. Choose Happy: While summer weather might be months away, with this cheerful and brightly colored background it’ll always be summer on your phone. (via iPhone 5 Retina Wallpaper)

11. The Best: It’s like saying “Carpe Diem” without the Latin. We’re into that. (via Mobile 9)

12. Live by the Sun: Here’s a good work and play reference that throws in a good reminder to keep our priorities straight. (via Free People)

13. Dream, Sparkle, Shine: Doesn’t this pretty inspiring wallpaper just make you want to do something big? We’re all for it, especially if it involves glitter. (via All Things Pretty)

14. Do More: Bake, read, go for a run or DIY something fab — this background immediately brings to mind all the things we could do. (via Dreierlei Liebelei)

15. Hello: Embrace the new year (and all those resolutions) with this festive wallpaper. (via Cocorrina)

16. Wild One: This wallpaper is just asking for a dance party to happen, hairbrush microphone and all. (via Behance)

17. Be Brave: Whether it’s cutting your hair or asking your boss for a raise, this simple background is just what you need to encourage you to make the jump. (via Free People)

What is the background on your phone? Need something a little more inspiring? Tell us below!

We Found The Perfect Bold Wallpaper Collection For Color Lovers

Ashley Basnight of @smashingdiy is a designer (you might recognize her from HGTV’s Battle of the Beach series), carpenter, and engineer who isn’t afraid of bold colors and patterns. She DIYs the most gorgeous spaces, mixing patterns and luxe materials to creating warm and inviting spaces. Now she's collab’d with Chasing Paper to create a six-style wallpaper collection that is modern, colorful, and totally unique.

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Everlast - Black

“I want this collection to showcase the ability to bring bold personality into a space and still make it feel like home,” Ashley says. “This collection was created with eye-catching patterns and daring colors to push the envelope and inspire others to make the extraordinary, ordinary.” The collection comes in traditional, peel-and-stick, vinyl and faux grasscloth options, starting at $45/panel. Check it out!

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Everlast - Green

The Everlast series is a tribal-inspired print with a modern vibe, making it perfect for accent walls. Find it in black, green, and purple!

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Endless End - Green

The Endless collection is a series of simple wavy lines that can be used in pretty much any room.

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Endless End - Brown

This brown color is perfect for "autumn" homes that embrace nature-inspired colors like oranges, reds, and greens.

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Endless Ends - Blue

The blue options looks great in a kid's bedroom or playroom!

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Endless Ends - Tan

There's a neutral option too that would look elegant in an office or dining room.

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Line Essence - Pink

This geometric print combines stunning vivid colors that make an impact in any room.

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Line Essence - Aqua

This aqua option is soothing for quieter spaces...

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Line Essence - Red

...while this bold red paper is a maximalist's dream.

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Line Essence - Blue

The blue offers a totally different look with a rich, earthy vibe.

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Medallion - Purple

This 70’s-inspired print showcases a geometric design and bold colors in aqua, blue, and purple (shown above).

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Medallion - Blue

The blue colorway is a perfect pop of pattern for small spaces like a kitchen or laundry room.

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Medallion - Aqua

Aqua lovers will find happiness on a wall with this variety.

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Rhythm Glide - Multi

This maze-like design is an example of Ashley’s love for combining patterns, shapes and color together to create harmony. It's daring but also the perfect start to beautiful decor. Start with this multi-colored print as your palette for the rest of the room and home.

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Rhythm Glide - Pink

Each style in the collection has a bit of a modern-retro vibe. This pink one is super fun!

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Rhythm Glide - Blue

The blue colorway in the same style looks dramatically different.

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Rhythm Glide - Neutral

This neutral is anything but boring. Paired with browns and blacks it brings a room together in perfect harmony.

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Tropicka - Magenta

The best for last: This tropical-inspired print features symmetrical florals and greenery for a bold botanical accent wall.

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Tropicka - Magenta

The green variety would look amazing in a tropical-inspired powder room. There's a gorgeous blue too.

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Prime Video’s ‘Cruel Intentions’ Remake Will Be Your Fall TV Obsession

The only thing better than spending two hours with your favorite fictional characters? Spending 7 hours with them! Cruel Intentions (you know, the 1999 classic starring Reese Witherspoon, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Selma Blair) is turning 25 this year, and Prime Video is releasing a brand new TV show inspired by the movie. And the series has a fresh twist that will keep even the most dedicated Cruel Intentions fan on their toes. Here's everything you need to know about the show!

  • The Cruel Intentions TV show, inspired by the 1999 film, is coming to Prime Video.
  • The cast includes Sarah Catherine Hook & Zac Burgess. While Selma Blair isn't listed, "maybe there will be a cameo."
  • The series premieres on Prime Video this November.

    Where can I watch Cruel Intentions TV show?

    Cruel Intentions Release Date

    All eight episodes of Cruel Intentions drop on Prime Video November 21, 2024. That means you can watch them all in one sitting (and then watch them again...and again) or you can spread them out over Thanksgiving week. Is there anything better than watching a new TV show with a cranberry cocktail? I think not.

    Did they remake Cruel Intentions?

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    Cruel Intentions Plot

    Yes, the Cruel Intentions TV show is a remake of the 1999 movie! This new adaptation takes place at a prestigious college in Washington, D.C. Step-siblings Caroline Merteuil and Lucien Belmont are determined to stay on top of the food chain — especially after a dangerous frat hazing threatens to eliminate the school's Greek Life. The best way to keep the sororities and fraternities on campus? Seduce the most unexpected sorority sister: Vice President's daughter Annie Grover.

    Who's in Cruel Intentions?

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    Cruel Intentions Cast

    Prime Video's new Cruel Intentions is full of standout actors, and I can't wait to see their moment in the spotlight! The cast includes Sarah Catherine Hook as Caroline Merteuil, Zac Burgess as Lucien Belmont, Savannah Lee Smith as Annie Grover, Sara Silva as Cece Carroway, John Harlan Kim as Blaise Powell, Khobe Clarke as Scott Russell, Sean Patrick Thomas as Professor Hank Chadwick, and Brooke Lena Johnson as Beatrice Worth.

    The original Cruel Intentions movie stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, Reese Witherspoon, and Selma Blair. While there's no word on whether any of the OG cast will return, I'd love nothing more than to see Reese make a cameo! Selma told Variety on October 24 that even though she hadn't been asked to join the series, she'd love to make an appearance. "Maybe there will be a cameo or something," she says. "I’m excited to see it.”

    Let us know on Instagram if you want to see Reese Witherspoon or Selma Blair appear in the Cruel Intentions TV show, and check out the other November TV shows you absolutely can't miss.

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    25 Cute Wallpapers Worth Swooning Over

    Wallpaper is the show-stopping decor trend that can transform any room in your home without spending a ton of money. From blissful botanicals to cool geometrics to vintage revivals, wallpaper prints run the gamut to suit your unique style and decor personality. We tapped some of the designers in our 'Co to provide inspiration and sourced a few exceptionally cute finds to try in your space. Ready to get creative with your walls? Check out these wallpaper designs that made us swoon at first sight.

    The Best Wallpaper Inspiration For 2024

    Design: Joshua Smith Inc. | Photo by Read McKendree

    Textured wallpaper can be a great alternative to paint. This rich pink grasscloth used by designer Joshua Smith turns a small powder room into a conversation piece. Try this Coastal Hemp Wallpaper in Magenta to get the look!

    Design: Maestri Studio | Photo: Nathan Schroder

    Bring the outdoors in using nature-inspired wallpaper like this leafy one used by Maestri Studio. Check out Cole & Son Royal Fernery to get the look!

    Design: Melinda Kelson O'Connor Architecture & Interiors | Photo: Lorin Klaris

    Wallpaper tucked between beautiful molding can define a cozy nook like this dining room designed by Melinda Kelson O'Connor. If you keep things neutral, your accessories can provide color that you change out seasonally!

    Design: Urbanology Designs | Photo: Matti Gresham Photography

    Vintage-inspired pastoral scenes add a little quirk to an otherwise elegantly designed room, keeping it from feeling too stuffy. Try this vintage-inspired White Rabbit Wallpaper on for size. This BUNNY DARK WALLPAPER makes for a cute nursery option too!

    Design: Arterberry Cooke | Photo by Madeline Harper

    This Cloud Toile wallpaper by Schumacher is a splurge but classic and soothing for quiet spaces, like this vanity area designed by LA-based Arterberry Cooke.

    Design: Maestri Studio | Photography: Nathan Shroder | Stylist: Jenny O'Connor

    Nature-inspired prints can sometimes feel cool and graphic too, like this wave print used in a Maestri Studio design. Try this Japanese Waves Wallpaper by Spoonflower to get the look.

    Design: Maestri Studio | Photo: Par Bengtsson

    Here's the wave print used in another contemporary design for a more coastal look.

    Design: Eddie Maestri | Photography: Nathan Shroder | Stylist: Jenny O'Connor

    Bathrooms always provide a space to get quirky and create an element of surprise for guests. Find something you love, like NYC Coffee Cups or Vintage Swimmers.

    Design: Victoria Holly Interiors | Photo: Lauren Engel

    Classic Morris & Co. wallpaper has made a comeback in recent years and we still have a soft spot for it. Try Strawberry Fields or Pimpernel print from Anthropologie.

    Design: Maestri Studio | Photo: Stephen Karlisch

    Contrast really makes a statement in this Maestri Studio design. Pair complementary colors and play with texture and print to get the look.

    Design: Arterberry Cooke | Photo by Madeline Harper

    This black and white print anchors an elegant bath from wall to ceiling in another Arterberry Cooke design.

    Design: Eddie Maestri | Photography: Nathan Shroder | Stylist: Jenny O'Connor

    City-inspired toiles are modernizing the classic print, like this Los Angeles Toile by Vertigo Home.

    Design: Maestri Studio | Photo: Stephen Karlisch

    Big blooms are bold, feminine, and dramatic all at the same time. Love the pairing with the tile in this bath.

    Design: Devon Grace Interiors | Photo by Dustin Halleck

    Add a bit of elegance and sparkle to your space with a metallic wallpaper.

    Design: Arterberry Cooke | Photo by Madeline Harper

    Scenic wallpapers are also having a moment, and help bring the outdoors in a way that wows.

    Design: Victoria Holly Interiors | Photo: Lauren Engel

    Wallpaper can surprise and delight and can also create a soothing experience. Decide what mood you want to capture in a room and go from there to find your match.

    More Wallpapers That Made Us Swoon

    Color Block Study Wallpaper

    Color lovers unite: There are plenty of color-block wallpapers and murals like this one to pique your interior interest. This watercolor-inspired one is perfect for a home office or living space.

    Sarah Sherman Samuel Organic Shapes Wallpaper

    Lulu & Georgia's bestselling wallpaper by Sarah Sherman Samuel makes a stunning backdrop to any neutral decor.

    Chasing Paper x Hyphen and Co. Resort Stripe

    Feel like you're on vacay every day with this summery striped print designed by interior design firm Hyphen and Co. and one of our favorite wallpaper companies Chasing Paper.

    Color Kind Studio Color Grid Multi Wallpaper

    This fresh colorful pattern designed by a small female-founded studio evokes a happy vibe and is perfect for a creative office, a small bath, and a kid's room.

    Katie Kime Cottage Stripes Wallpaper

    We love the idea of wallpaper in unexpected places — like the ceiling! These stripes are inspired by a 1950s soda shop and we now can't unsee it.

    Chasing Paper x David Quarles Ruth's Garden

    Inspired by, and designed in honor of, the women in designer David Quarles’s family, this floral pattern comes in multiple colorways and definitely makes you look up.

    Crate & Kids Gambit Teal and Earthy Brown Wallpaper

    This eye-catching checked pattern is on-trend and works in a variety of spaces: a kid's room, a guest bedroom, a kitchen, a funky entry, and more!

    Wallism Fun Turns Wallpaper

    These fun strokes are super playful and a creative addition to a neutral space.

    Photowall Circles Mid Century III

    Get a fun mid-century vibe with this joy-inducing mural.

    Lulu & Georgia Artemis Wallpaper

    This bar motif is just enough pattern to stand out but not overwhelm, allowing other elements in your space to really stand out.

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    Fall's Buzziest New Thriller Is Already Available To Stream

    While I've been keeping up with all the buzz surrounding Demi Moore's The Substance, and definitely understood it was THE feminist movie of the fall, I remember opening X in mid-October, seeing an unhinged photo of Margaret Qualley as Monstro Elisasue, and thinking to myself, Wow, apparently I do not know what this movie is about.

    If you're in the mood for a new, edgy horror movie that you can watch anytime of year, then do I have good news for you: The Substance is streaming now! Here's everything you need to know about the flick, including how to watch it this weekend because it will definitely make a great Halloween movie.

    • The Substance is streaming now, but it's also still available to see in theaters following its September 20 release date.
    • The movie follows an actress supposedly past her prime who takes matters into her own hands with a powerful serum called The Substance.
    • The cast includes Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.

    Where can I watch The Substance 2024?

    The Substance Release Date

    The Substance is streaming on Mubi and is available on Fandango at Home. You can also see the movie in theaters now. The Substance premiered on September 20.

    What is The Substance movie about?

    Mubi

    The Substance Plot

    In Coralie Fargeat's new movie, Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore) is a used-to-be A-lister who's horrified when studio head Harvey (Dennis Quaid) fires her from her own fitness TV show. (The audacity!) When she learns about The Substance, a new drug that promises youth and beauty, she immediately buys in.

    A single injection and suddenly she's Sue, a twenty-something (played by Margaret Qualley) who's exactly what Hollywood is looking for. There's just one rule: you can only spend a week in each body at a time or things go very, very wrong.

    Who's in the cast?

    Mubi

    The Substance Cast

    The cast of The Substance includes all-star names like Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.

    What is the meaning behind The Substance?

    Mubi

    The Substance confronts all the different pressures placed on women: to look young, to act mature, to constantly reinvent yourself. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, writer-director Coralie Fargeat explains how Margaret's Monstro Elisasue "represents the monstrous part that we try to hide so much because we feel that we can't adapt or fit."

    The end of the movie, in which (spoiler!!) Elisabeth basically melts into a pile of flesh on top of her Hollywood Walk of Fame star, frees her from any and all expectations. "It’s the first moment where she’s able to love herself. It’s the moment she sees herself and it’s not disgust, but in fact it’s as if she’s seeing her true self for the first time," Coralie says. "There’s self-indulgence, tenderness. It’s the first time she looks at herself in the mirror and doesn’t criticize herself. She decides, okay, I’m going to go out there, this is me, I have my right to have my place in the world."

    Wondering what to watch next? Check out the 10 New November Movies We've Been Waiting All Year For!

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    Dunkin’s Official Holiday Menu Has Something Starbucks Doesn’t

    The holidays are slowly approaching, and thank goodness, because it means all of the yummy fast food holiday menus are on their way. If you can’t get enough of a seasonal drink (perhaps a little peppermint action), listen up: Dunkin’s holiday menu for 2024 was just officially announced!

    After rumors about the Dunkin’holiday menu for 2024 had been swirling around online, the Dunkin' Instagram account just confirmed a lot of the drink and snack predictions for the lineup, and they look extra good.

    Plus, one of Dunkin's menu items is filling the void in my heart from a missing drink on the Starbucks rumored holiday menu. Hint: it involves toasted white mocha!

    The Dunkin’ holiday menu for 2024 is speculated to drop on November 1, six days before Starbucks’ rumored holiday menu will hit. Scroll on to see everything joining the Dunkin’ menu!

    When will the Dunkin' holiday menu for 2024 drop?

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    According to some menu leaks and rumors surrounding the Dunkin' holiday menu, a new lineup of drinks and snacks will become available starting November 1, 2024.

    The famed foodie account, @markie_devo, broke the news about the Dunkin' holiday menu leak first.

    Does Dunkin' have holiday cups?

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    Yes, Dunkin' has holiday cups! They'll be available on November 1, once the holiday menu drops. The coffee chain posted a sneak peek of the holiday cup design on their Instagramon October 31. It appears the Dunkin' holiday cups have designs of donuts, peppermint candies, ornaments, and more. The color scheme is mostly white, orange, and pink!

    Drinks On The Dunkin' Holiday Menu 2024

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    NEW! Holiday Cookie Signature Latte

    This festive new latte is made with brown sugar cookie and toasted almond syrups and topped off with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and a scoop of cookie butter crumbles. Sounds like a totally sippable dessert to me!

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    NEW! Brown Sugar Cookie Oat Iced Chai Latte

    Allegedly only available to order through the Dunkin' app, the Brown Sugar Cookie Oat Iced Chai Latte sounds like it'll combine brown sugar cookie syrup with oat milk and chai to usher in the holiday season. Based on previous menu offerings, you should be able to get this drink iced or hot.

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    Peppermint Mocha Latte

    The Peppermint Mocha Latte is a classic when it comes to the Dunkin' holiday menu, so I'm not surprised it's returning this year. This bev features peppermint and mocha syrups, espresso, and milk, topped with a hefty serving of whipped cream, mocha drizzle, and hot chocolate powder. Bring it on!

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    Toasted White Chocolate Latte

    No shade to Starbucks, but their rumored holiday menu for 2024 kind of broke my heart when I saw the Toasted White Mocha from years past wasn't coming back. Luckily, Dunkin' is filling the void with their Toasted White Chocolate Latte: a sweet, white chocolate-filled sip topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and cinnamon sugar topping!

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    White Hazelnut Bark Coffee

    Available hot or iced, this coffee is prepped with a Dunkin' toasted white chocolate swirl, hazelnut flavoring, and cream. Any seasonal drink that has nutty notes wins in my book!

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    Spiced Cookie Coffee

    Another reported "in-app only" drink joining the Dunkin' holiday menu, the Spiced Cookie Coffee will likely also be available to order hot or iced. I expect this bev to taste just like a snickerdoodle cookie!

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    Cookie Butter Cold Brew

    I am so excited about this cold brew drink coming back for the holidays at Dunkin'. The Cookie Butter Cold Brew is made with brown sugar cookie syrup and topped with cookie butter cold foam and a scoop of cookie butter crumbles for extra crunch. Stay tuned, because there's a sweet snack joining the menu to match!

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    Toasted White Chocolate Coconut Cold Brew

    This rumored app-exclusive cold brew will include notes of white chocolate and coconut – I need it now.

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    Peppermint Mocha Hot Chocolate

    This anticipated app-only sip nixes the expected espresso for a very chocolatey (and peppermint-y!) effect.

    Snacks + Food On The Dunkin' Holiday Menu 2024

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    NEW! Hash Brown Brisket Scramble

    Dunkin' has tested a number of breakfast Scrambles over the years, which is why I'm not totally shook by this food item coming to the holiday menu for 2024. This iteration will feature hash browns, scrambled eggs, shredded brisket, smoked cheddar cheese, poblano peppers, caramelized onions, and of course, a rich Texas queso.

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    NEW! Almond Croissant

    The holiday menu will also bring the Almond Croissant to Dunkin's breakfast lineup. It's a butter croissant filled with chopped almonds!

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    Cookie Butter Donut

    Yep – I need this in my belly ASAP. The Cookie Butter Donut is packed with a cookie butter filling, slathered with maple-flavored icing, then dipped in a delish speculoos cookie topping (tastes just like Biscoff cookies)! Sweet treat, anyone?

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