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Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Baked Pumpkin Donuts: Enjoy Fall's Flavor in Every Bite

Baked Pumpkin Donuts are a delightful treat that blends rich pumpkin flavor with warm spices, perfect for breakfast or a sweet indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups Organic All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with Super-Fine Cake Flour.
  • 1 cup Organic Cane Sugar Can use coconut sugar, agave, or maple syrup.
  • 1 cup Organic Pumpkin Puree Ensure it's pure pumpkin and not pie filling.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Spice Blend Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 cup Almond Milk Feel free to use any plant-based milk.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Activates the 'buttermilk' effect.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute melted coconut oil or vegan butter.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Organic Cane Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Spice Blend For extra flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Butter Melted for coating adherence.

Equipment

  • 6-well donut pan
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cup
  • piping bag

Method
 

Baking Procedures
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a measuring cup, pour in almond milk and add apple cider vinegar; stir and let sit for 5-6 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cane sugar, pumpkin spice, and sea salt.
  4. Add pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  5. Transfer the batter into a piping bag and fill each well of the donut pan about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 10-13 minutes; check with a toothpick to see if done.
  7. Let the donuts cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the coating by mixing cane sugar and pumpkin spice; melt the vegan butter.
  9. Dip each donut in melted vegan butter and roll in sugar-spice mixture until well coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra flavor twist, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter before baking.

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