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A close-up of golden-brown baked pumpkin cake donuts arranged on a rustic white plate, topped with a light dusting of cinnamon sugar, with a chopped pumpkin and fall leaves in the background, highlighting their fluffy texture and seasonal appeal.

Delightful Baked Pumpkin Donuts: Your New Fall Favorite!

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Discover the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these delightful baked pumpkin donuts. Made with real pumpkin purée and aromatic spices, these easy-to-make donuts are a healthier alternative to frying, perfect for a cozy autumn treat. Enjoy soft, moist donuts topped with your favorite glaze or dusted with powdered sugar, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack during pumpkin season.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 donuts

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your nonstick donut pan or line it with baking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fill each cavity in the prepared donut pan about ¾ full using a spoon or piping bag.
  6. Bake for 15-17 minutes or until donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before adding your favorite glaze or dusting with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Use canned pumpkin purée for convenience or make your own roasted pumpkin purée at home.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep donuts light and fluffy.
  • For a spicier flavor, add a pinch more cloves or cinnamon.
  • These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg
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