Pumpkin Donuts
Pumpkin donuts are the quintessential fall treat, blending warm spices and rich pumpkin flavor into fluffy, irresistible bites. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack, these delightful donuts evoke the essence of autumn with every bite. Easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family, they fill your kitchen with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup milk (whole or alternative)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, melted butter, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into each donut cavity halfway full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and springy to touch.
- Allow cooling for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack; glaze or roll in cinnamon sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg