Apple Hill is a beautiful agricultural region located in Camino, California that is famous for its apple orchards, farms, and fall harvest activities. If you’re planning a trip to Apple Hill this autumn, be sure to check out these 3 must-eat foods and drinks:
Apple Cider Donuts at Rainbow Orchards
No trip to Apple Hill is complete without a stop at Rainbow Orchards for their famous apple cider donuts. Hot and fresh, these mini cake donuts are tossed in cinnamon sugar and pair perfectly with a cup of hot apple cider. The donuts are made fresh daily using orchard apples and have a soft, cakey interior with a crispy outside. Get them straight from the source at Rainbow Orchards’ bakery and cafe.
Walking Apple Pie at Delfino Farms
Walking Apple Pie at Delfino FarmsFor a unique apple dessert, head to Delfino Farms and try their inventive “Walking Apple Pie.” It’s made by stuffing a whole apple with a sweet pie filling mixture of walnuts, raisins, spices and butter. The stuffed apple is then wrapped in pastry dough and baked until golden. The result is a handheld apple pie exploding with flavorful fruit filling in every bite. It’s the perfect snack to enjoy while exploring the farm.
Fresh Apple Cider
You can’t leave Apple Hill without a cup of fresh pressed apple cider. Many orchards, like Rainbow Orchards, Boa Vista and High Hill Ranch press their own cider using a blend of crisp tart apples. The fresh cider has an amazing appley aroma and a refreshing sweet-tart taste. Enjoy a cup alongside apple fritters and doughnuts or take home a gallon to share with family and friends. The crisp fall flavor is a perfect taste of autumn.
With its beautiful scenery and delicious food and drinks, Apple Hill is a beloved NorCal fall tradition. Be sure to sample these 3 must-eat items on your next visit to fully experience the flavors of Apple Hill. See here for a more detailed Apple Hill itinerary and add some famous Amador wines to make a weekend of it!
