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Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts: Fall's Fluffy Sweet Treat

These Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts are moist and tender, effortlessly capturing the essence of fall in a health-conscious, no-fry recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned for convenience
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar can substitute with white sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil can use coconut oil
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free alternatives can be used
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • a pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup milk substitute with almond or soy milk for dairy-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup melted butter for coating

Equipment

  • Donut Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • piping bag
  • wire cooling rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray the donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill each cavity of your donut pan about 2/3 full with the batter.
  6. Place the donut pan in the oven and bake for 15–16 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
  9. Brush each donut with melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.

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