Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of these baked Pumpkin Donuts, a perfect treat for fall! Light and fluffy, these donuts are not only easy to make but also healthier than traditional fried options. With a spiced pumpkin batter and a delectable maple glaze, they make an ideal snack for both kids and adults. Enjoy them fresh from the oven with your favorite hot beverage or customize them with toppings like nuts or whipped cream for an extra special touch. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy afternoons, these pumpkin delights will quickly become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup oat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
- 1¼ cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon dark corn syrup
- ½ tablespoon water
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini donut pan.
- In one bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, oat flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, light brown sugar, oil, vanilla extract, and canned pumpkin until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry mixtures until well blended into a thick batter.
- Transfer the batter into a piping bag and fill each donut cavity halfway.
- Bake for 6-7 minutes until they spring back when touched or a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before glazing with the maple mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (30g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg