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Pumpkin Donut Holes

Pumpkin Donut Holes: Simple, Healthy Fall Treats to Enjoy

Delight in these 4-Ingredient Pumpkin Donut Holes, a healthy dessert that captures the essence of pumpkin spice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 10 donut holes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Holes
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use canned pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Can be substituted with honey.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Use homemade or store-bought blends.
  • 1 cup Self-Rising Flour All-purpose flour mixed with baking powder and salt can be used.
For Frying or Air-Frying
  • As needed Avocado Oil or Coconut Oil Vegetable oil can be used as an alternative.
For the Coating
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Can mix with pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • Spray bottle
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Donut Holes
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice. Stir together until well blended.
  2. Gradually incorporate 1 cup of self-rising flour into the pumpkin mixture. Stir until a non-sticky dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into about 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (177°C). Lightly spray the basket with avocado or coconut oil.
  5. Cook the donut holes in the air fryer for about 6 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Mix together 2 tablespoons of sugar with 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice in a small bowl.
  7. Once cooked, brush the donut holes lightly with oil and coat them in the sugar mixture.
  8. Enjoy your freshly made pumpkin donut holes while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donut holeCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These delightful pumpkin donut holes make a perfect healthy dessert that beautifully embraces the flavors of fall.

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