Every fall I recall great memories of leaves, crisp morning air, hiking, warm (and cold) spiced apple cider, baking and laughter. It’s during this time I start with baking various things. This year I was reminded of trips to the apple orchard in Harvard Illinois. Spiced Apple Doughnuts, usually warm, sometimes brought home for later. I decided to make some. Today’s bought of insomnia provided me the opportunity to make this between 3-4 in the morning. Here’s what I do, a little twist, without apple butter, without apple sauce, or having to reduce 1 cup of regular apple cider to 1/2 cup for use in a recipe. Spiced Apple Cider,…


