Pumpkin Donuts
There’s something undeniably magical about pumpkin donuts—warm, tender, and bursting with the comforting flavors of fall. The aroma fills your home, inviting everyone to gather around for a delightful treat perfect for any family occasion. This recipe is not only easy to make but also allows you to bask in the cozy feeling of autumn with every bite. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and dive into the deliciousness of pumpkin donuts!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
To spice it up, add extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon to taste. You can also dip the cooled donuts in a cinnamon sugar mixture or drizzle them with a maple glaze. Store leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy within a few days!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg