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Baked Pumpkin Donuts Recipe

Baked Pumpkin Donuts Recipe


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  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Spiced pumpkin donuts bring autumn’s warmth to your kitchen with classic fall flavors. Delicate crumb and rich cinnamon glaze invite comfort and nostalgia, promising a delightful treat you’ll savor with each delectable bite.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ¾ cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for coating)

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups canned pumpkin
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups sugar

Coating Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ cup sugar
  • butter (for greasing the pans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly coat one or two donut pans with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, salt, and baking powder until the mixture becomes smooth and well-incorporated.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, using a rubber spatula to fold gently until just combined. Take care not to overmix, as this can result in tough, dense donuts.
  4. Carefully distribute the batter evenly among the donut pan cavities, filling each about two-thirds to three-quarters full (approximately per cavity).
  5. If using only one donut pan, cover the remaining batter with plastic wrap to prevent drying while waiting for the first batch to bake.
  6. Place the filled donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven and allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, which helps them set and prevents breaking when removing.
  8. Gently loosen the donuts from the pan edges using a small offset spatula or knife, then transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. For the coating, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl or a large resealable plastic bag.
  10. Once the donuts have cooled, brush each one lightly with melted unsalted butter, then roll or shake in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  11. Serve immediately or store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, enjoying their soft, spiced texture.

Notes

  • Elevate your fall baking with these moist, spice-packed pumpkin donuts that capture autumn’s cozy essence.
  • Perfectly balanced blend of warm spices creates a bakery-quality treat you can easily make at home.
  • Greasing donut pans beforehand prevents sticky situations and ensures clean, beautiful donut shapes.
  • Mix wet ingredients thoroughly to guarantee a smooth, lump-free batter that bakes into tender donuts.
  • Gentle folding technique prevents tough donuts by keeping gluten development minimal during mixing.
  • Cinnamon-sugar coating transforms plain baked donuts into irresistible, bakery-style delights with minimal effort.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 322 kcal
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 179mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 3.6g
  • Cholesterol: 62mg