Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts—your perfect autumn treat! These delightful baked donuts are moist, fluffy, and coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture that makes them irresistible. Ready in just 20 minutes, they are an excellent choice for cozy mornings or festive gatherings. With their rich pumpkin flavor and delightful spices, these donuts are sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, they offer a healthier option compared to traditional fried donuts without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup + 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/4 cup pumpkin pie puree
- 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- Topping: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, and pumpkin spice.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, melted butter, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each donut mold halfway with batter and bake for about 12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before brushing with melted butter and rolling in cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg