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Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts

Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts for Cozy Autumn Mornings

Enjoy these Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts, a deliciously healthier alternative that captures the essence of autumn.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned pumpkin works great for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Substitute with whole, almond, or oat milk.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can be swapped with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider gluten-free flour blends if needed.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier choice.
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger if you don’t have it.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Feel free to increase for extra warmth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential without substitutions.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust or omit according to your taste preference.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Alternatives include stevia or other preferred sweeteners.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) Substitute with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Increase the amount if you love a spicy kick.

Equipment

  • donut pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, blend together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Carefully transfer the donut batter into a piping bag and fill each cavity of the prepared donut pan.
  6. Place the filled donut pan in your preheated oven and bake for 15-16 minutes.
  7. Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the donuts to cool for about 10 minutes.
  8. Brush or dip each warm donut in melted butter, then roll it in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Easy Baked Pumpkin Donuts are sure to tantalize your taste buds this fall!

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