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Baked Pumpkin Donuts Recipe

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Deliciously soft and moist baked pumpkin donuts infused with warm spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. These donuts are a perfect fall treat, easy to make, and baked instead of fried for a healthier option.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (pure canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two standard donut pans or spray them with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the donuts release easily after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until thoroughly combined for even distribution of spices and leavening agents.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and pumpkin puree. Add the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, then whisk until the mixture is smooth and evenly incorporated.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until no dry spots remain. Be careful not to overmix to keep the donuts tender and light.
  5. Fill Donut Pans: Spoon the batter into a piping bag or large zip-top bag, snip off the corner, and pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pans, filling each cavity about three-quarters full for perfect rise and shape.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the donuts are slightly golden and spring back to the touch, indicating they are fully cooked.
  7. Cool: Let the donuts cool in the pans for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to prevent sogginess.
  8. Optional Toppings: Optionally, glaze the donuts with cinnamon sugar, vanilla glaze, or enjoy them plain for a simple fall treat.

Notes

  • These donuts make a perfect fall breakfast or snack and can also be prepared ahead of time.
  • For additional texture and flavor, try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
  • Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days to maintain freshness.
  • Ensure to use pure canned pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling, which contains added spices and sugars that can affect the recipe balance.

Keywords: baked donuts, pumpkin spice, fall recipes, easy desserts, healthy treats, breakfast ideas

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