Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts, the quintessential autumn treat that embodies the flavors of the season. These delightful donuts are moist and spiced to perfection, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, snacks, or festive gatherings. Baked instead of fried, they offer a healthier twist on a classic favorite without sacrificing taste. Each donut is generously glazed with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating, making every bite a delicious celebration of fall. This easy recipe is perfect for cozy mornings or bringing joy to your next gathering—your friends and family will love them!
Ingredients
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- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare your donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill a piping bag or ziplock bag with the batter and pipe into the donut pan.
- Bake for 15-16 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Brush each cooled donut with melted butter and coat in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg