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Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Delicious Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts for Cozy Fall Mornings

Enjoy these Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts, a healthier alternative for your fall breakfasts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned pumpkin is a convenient option
  • 1/2 cup milk almond milk works well for a non-dairy substitute
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil consider coconut oil for a healthier twist
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour opt for a gluten-free blend for a different take
  • 1 cup brown sugar coconut sugar can lower the glycemic impact
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger can work in a pinch
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg complements the pumpkin's rich flavor beautifully
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances and enhances all the flavors beautifully
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar sweetens the coating for a lovely finish
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon elevates the coating with an extra layer of spice
  • 1/4 cup butter melted; for a dairy-free option, use vegan butter

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • whisk
  • mixing bowls
  • Piping bag or ziplock bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and spray a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Fill each cavity of the prepared donut pan evenly with the batter, about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 15-16 minutes or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool for another 10 minutes.
  8. Mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Brush the warm donuts with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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