We are in August and it is a stormy, dark, and dreary day. Somehow, this comforts me. Reminds me of the comforts of my childhood and being in Seattle. To me, I see this weather as cozy weather that you enjoy indoors with something fun to watch, warm to eat, and a good book to read. It also works as a reminder of the weather to come, in the Fall.

Fall is one of my absolute favorite seasons of the year! We aren’t there yet, so we will speak to it once we reach September.

On this stormy day, we craved a cake-like baked donut with a shiny chocolate glaze. We met the challenge with these donuts that are absolutely delicious! These donuts taste good on the first day but somehow they are even better the second day.

As I am writing this, I am afraid the electricity might go out as it’s a night filled with thunder and lightning. I might be writing next to candlelight tonight.

Hera’s Pinch

We were looking for a glossy sheen for the donuts, which is achieved by adding corn syrup to the ganache. Ganache is equal parts cream and chocolate. The cream is gently heated to a simmer then poured over chopped chocolate to melt.