Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Sweet and Spiced Pumpkin Donuts Baked to Perfection 🎃✨🍩

1. Introduction

Nothing welcomes the season of fall more than enjoying warm, fragrant pumpkin donuts. These baked donuts are a delightful twist on traditional fried treats, offering a healthier way to indulge in classic pumpkin desserts. Perfect as a cozy breakfast or a festive snack, these pumpkin donuts bring fall flavors to your table with their comforting spices and tender crumb. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or trying donuts for the first time, this recipe is simple, tasty, and guaranteed to impress.

2. Ingredients for Pumpkin Donuts

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3. Step-by-Step: How to Make Pumpkin Donuts

Preparing the Batter for Baked Pumpkin Donuts

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. In a separate bowl Print

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These easy baked pumpkin donuts are moist, flavorful, and topped with cinnamon sugar or glaze, making them the perfect seasonal snack or breakfast.

• Total Time: 28 minutes
• Yield: 12 donuts

Ingredients

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• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a donut pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Spoon batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Let donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
8. Top with cinnamon sugar or glaze as desired.

Notes

• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
• For a healthier option, reduce sugar and use whole wheat flour.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 18 minutes
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 donut
• Calories: 180 Kcal
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 23g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 30mg