Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites Recipe
Delight in these soft, warmly spiced Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites, perfect for cozy mornings or festive fall gatherings. These bite-sized treats combine pumpkin puree with classic spices and a tender crumb, baked to golden perfection and lightly dusted with powdered sugar for an autumn-inspired snack that’s easy to make and irresistible to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Finishing
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the fritter bites after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, large egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or spoon just until combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture in the fritter bites.
- Fill the Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan wells, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake the Bites: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool and Dust: Let the pumpkin fritter bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Once slightly cooled, dust the tops with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch and serve warm to enjoy the perfect fall treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the fritters light and tender.
- Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best flavor and texture.
- The mini muffin pan size is key to creating bite-sized fritters.
- Powdered sugar can be substituted with a light drizzle of maple syrup or honey as a sweetener.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
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