The season has changed, and that means it’s time to savor some sweet fall treats. Across the region, kitchens are trading in summer berries for the likes of pumpkin, apple, and maple. From apple-cider-donut cannoli to maple-frosted pumpkin cinnamon rolls, here are seven of the best fall treats in Northern Virginia.
Bisnonna Bakeshop
The Fairfax Italian bakery is diving into the season’s tastes headfirst with their apple cider donut cannoli — a crisp, hand-fried shell filled to order so every bite tastes just as fresh as the orchard classic. If pumpkin is your fall flavor of choice, they also have a pumpkin chai cannoli. 10782-D Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax
Duck Donuts
The fall lineup at Duck Donuts includes a caramel pumpkin cream donut with vanilla icing, pumpkin spice buttercream, and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce. Pair it with a pumpkin chai latte. Multiple area locations
Livin’ the Pie Life
Arlington’s beloved scratch-pie shop is deep into autumn with their apple caramel crumb pie. Each made with three pounds of local apples and is one of the area’s most coveted pies. Other seasonal options include mom’s flaky apple pie (also available in vegan), and a pumpkin praline pie. 2166 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington
Sunday Morning Bakehouse
This pastry shop has only been open a year, but they have quite the following, thanks to the flakiest, most buttery seasonal maple pecan scones. Their menu is going full-fall: Along with the maple pecan scones they are serving apple-butter croissants, pumpkin buns, and an apple pie tart. 1796 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean
Messick’s Farm Market
Nothing kicks off harvest season quite like homemade pumpkin cinnamon rolls smothered with a rich maple frosting. Enjoy one as you wander through the farm, peruse their market, or relax by one of their fire pits. 6025 Catlett Rd., Bealeton
Swirlie’s Treats
For the ultimate autumnal treat, head to Swirlies for a freshly fried cinnamon churros with a squirt of vanilla soft serve and plenty of glistening golden caramel sauce for dipping. 15401 Kapp Valley Way, Haymarket
The Scoop N Scootery
Ready for the ultimate in fall-flavored treats? Look no further than the sweater weather sundae at the Scoop n Scootery. It comes with pumpkin pie, pumpkin pie ice cream, sugar cookie bits, pumpkin syrup, and a dollop of cinnamon whipped cream. 1138 N Irving St., Arlington
Feature image courtesy Bisonna Bakeshop
