Apple cider doughnuts are up there with pumpkin pie as the best fall dessert. Thanks to Iowa’s lineup of beloved orchards, this autumnal treat is never too far away. Here are five favorites for apple cider doughnuts in Iowa.
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[Originally posted October 2021]
Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard
Council Bluffs
Since 1994, Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard has been a local favorite for family fun activities and specialty food items. Available by the dozen, half dozen or individually, Ditmars doughnuts are just one of its adored treats; funnel cakes, hand-dipped caramel apples, pies and more are on the menu. Ditmars is open daily. For more information, visit www.ditmarsorchard.com.
Allen’s Orchard
Marion
Whether you’re craving turnovers, caramel apples, apple butter, apple cider doughnuts or simply delicious, fresh fruit (the orchard has 50 varieties of apple!), Allen’s Orchard makes it easy as apple pie to bring home the good stuff. This spot for apple cider doughnuts in Iowa is open daily, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/allensorchard.
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm
Iowa City
Open year-round, Wednesday to Sunday, Wilson’s apple cider doughnuts are ready to order now. Seeking a sweet treat for later? Wilson’s even has a variety of frozen take-and-bake pies to warm up for another day. And guess what? A Des Moines location is slated to open in 2024! For more information, visit www.wilsonsorchard.com.
Czipars Orchard
Dubuque
At this family-owned orchard, locals clamor for the likes of fresh apples, apple cider, apple cider doughnuts, apple bread, jams and much more. PS: It is advised to call ahead to check the stock if you have something particular in mind. Czipars Orchard is open daily. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/cziparsorchard.
Appleberry Orchard
Donnellson
At Appleberry Orchard, those glorious rings of cinnamon-topped sweetness are made fresh every day. Your sweet tooth will be even happier once it gets a load of the orchard’s hand-made pies, cookies, bars, bread, apple cider slushies and more. This spot for apple cider doughnuts in Iowa is open daily in September and October. For more information, visit appleberryorchard.com.