October 9, 2024
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Fall is finally here, and it’s the perfect time to enjoy seasonal favorites. We’ve compiled the six best spots for apple cider donuts near Atlanta.
B.J. Reece Orchards
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9131 Highway 52 East, Ellijay / Website
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The extensive market and bakery features fried apple pies, cake rolls and more flavors of jam than a grocery store aisle, but their fresh apple cider donuts are the crown jewel of the season.
Jaemor Farms
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5340 Cornelia Hwy, Alto / Website
With their harvest celebration in full swing, Jaemor Farms is an excellent place to take part in plenty of fall traditions. From hayrides to apple canons, they have everything you could want for a perfect fall day, and it’s all topped off by incredible apple cider donuts.
Mercier Orchards
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8660 Blue Ridge Dr, Blue Ridge / Website
Mercier has not one but three varieties of apple cider donuts for the fall season, including powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar and old-fashioned cake for all varieties of fall cravings. Don’t forget to try their apple fritters–the apple chunks in every bite make for the perfect balance and texture.
Red Apple Barn
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3379 Tails Creek Road, Ellijay / Website
While a few of the places on this list offer apple picking as well as their donuts, Red Apple Barn’s website features a chart that says what the best time to harvest is depending on the different kinds of apples, so if you’re looking to go apple picking this autumn, they offer everything you could need all in one place.
Revolution Doughnuts & Coffee
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745 Edgewood Ave., NE / Website
Having opened their first store back in 2012, Revolution Doughnuts’ dedication to hand-making their donuts has earned them national attention and acclaim. Lines here have been known to run out the door and wrap around the block, and after tasting the apple cider donuts here, you’ll understand why.
Southern Belle Farm
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1658 Turner Church Road, McDonough / Website
There’s no better way to get a taste of fall than with apple cider donuts and fresh ice cream–which makes Southern Belle Farm a can’t-miss spot for those getting in the spirit of the season.
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