Description
Indulge in these soft, cake-like baked pumpkin donuts that perfectly capture the essence of fall. Infused with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, these donuts offer a moist crumb and vibrant flavor. By opting for a baked rather than fried method, you achieve a lighter texture that remains tender for days. These treats are simple to prepare and make for a reliable, crowd-pleasing dessert that showcases the best of seasonal baking in every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup pumpkin puree (canned, not pie mix)
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp pumpkin spice
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard donut pan generously with non-stick spray.
Whisk together the flour, pumpkin spice, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl until fully combined.
Combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, milk, and melted butter in a separate medium bowl until smooth.
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula until just incorporated, ensuring no flour streaks remain.
Pipe the thick batter into the prepared donut molds, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
Bake for 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your baking powder is fresh to guarantee a proper rise. Use the spoon-and-level method for measuring flour to avoid dense results. For a finishing touch, you can toss the cooled donuts in a cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg