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Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Deliciously Soft Baked Pumpkin Donuts for Cozy Fall Mornings

These Baked Pumpkin Donuts are a must-try for autumn, offering rich pumpkin flavor and a delightful cinnamon sugar coating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin for the best results
  • 1/2 cup Milk Substitute with almond milk for dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can be replaced with melted coconut oil
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a healthier twist
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar or honey are great substitutes
  • 1 tbsp Pumpkin Pie Spice A mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger works in a pinch
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Baking soda can be used with an acidic ingredient
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Amplifies the overall flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Adds warmth and complexity
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Used for coating
  • 1/4 cup Butter (Melted) Margarine can be used as alternative

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a donut pan by spraying with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe the batter into the prepared donut cavities, filling each halfway.
  6. Bake for 15-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Brush cooled donuts with melted butter and roll them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid over-mixing the batter for better texture. Allow donuts to cool completely before coating to ensure the sugar sticks properly.

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