These Doughnuts have Been Named the Best in Virginia

The day that someone figured out they could deep fry a ring of dough and glaze it with sugar, the world changed indefinitely.

Virginia carries the tradition started that day with some of the best doughnut shops in the country and according to this list by Taste of Home, one of the very best can be found in a town called Linden. Keep reading to learn more.

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The Apple House Restaurant and Gift Shop got its start back in 1963. Today, it remains a quaint family-owned and operated business that travelers from far and wide frequent.

The rustic roadside eatery is located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley and is a popular summer and fall destination.

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From pancakes to BBQ, The Apple House is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner but the real star of the show here is their mouthwatering homemade doughnuts.

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The eatery has become famous for its apple butter cinnamon donuts–served fresh and sugared to perfection, many claim these are the absolute best they've ever had.

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These doughnuts have become so infamous, The Apple House has even turned them into wedding cakes for devoted fans.

To come and see what all the fuss is about, you can find The Apple House on Skyline Drive in northern VA. The restaurant is open every day of the week from 7 am until 8 pm and also features a pub and charming shop filled with specialty food items, unique gifts, and Virginia-made products.

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To learn more, be sure to check out their official site here.