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Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Cozy Up with Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts You'll Love

These Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts are a delicious and healthier alternative, bursting with the warm flavors of autumn.
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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 can use homemade or canned
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar enhances sweetness
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil can substitute with melted coconut oil
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour use gluten-free blend as an alternative
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice or substitute with individual spices
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon for warmth and flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg can adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt essential for balancing flavors
  • 1/3 cup milk almond milk can be a dairy-free option
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar can use coconut sugar as an alternative
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted; substitute with dairy-free butter for vegan

Equipment

  • Donut Pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your donut pan by greasing.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
  3. In a separate large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 15-16 minutes until they spring back when touched and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then brush with melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid over-mixing the batter to maintain a light texture and check the freshness of your baking powder for the best results.

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