Fall Pumpkin Spice Donuts
Craving the cozy flavors of fall? These baked pumpkin spice donuts are the perfect autumn indulgence, blending warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with rich pumpkin puree. Easy to make in just 30 minutes, they’re a healthier baked treat that’s ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a seasonal snack. Follow this simple recipe to create soft, flavorful donuts topped with a sweet glaze that everyone will love!
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Spice Donuts
You’ll want to try this donut recipe if you love pumpkin spice! They are easy to make and the perfect fall weekend treat.
- Baked, Not Fried: A healthier twist on classic donuts, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
- Perfect Fall Flavors: Combines pumpkin puree with warm spices for that cozy autumn vibe.
- Customizable: Enjoy warm with powdered sugar or cooled with a sweet glaze.
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- flour
- baking powder
- salt
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
- cloves
- oil
- sugar
- egg
- vanilla
- pumpkin
- milk
How to Make Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a donut pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and milk until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- Fill the Pan: Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. Gently tap the pan on the counter to remove air bubbles and even out the batter.
- Bake: Bake for 15 minutes or until the donuts are firm and spring back when touched. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm dusted with powdered sugar or cool completely and drizzle with a simple glaze (mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons water).
Pumpkin Spice Donuts
Pumpkin Spice Donuts that are easy to make and baked in the oven.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup pumpkin fresh or canned, just not pumpkin pie filling
- 1/2 cup low-fat milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350. Spray your donut pan with nonstick spray.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Whisk until combined.
- In another bowl combine oil, sugar, egg, vanilla, pumpkin, and milk.
- Whisk until combined.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Use a spoon to fill your donut pan troughs to about 3/4 full.
- Tap the pan on the counter gently to try to remove any bubbles and help it settle.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until donuts have risen and are firm to the touch.
- Serve warm with powder sugar or let cool and make an icing glaze with water and powdered sugar.
They make about 12 donuts. I let them about 15 minutes before drizzling them with glaze.
Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- Don’t Overfill: Filling the donut pan 3/4 full ensures perfectly shaped donuts.
- Use Fresh Spices: Freshly ground spices enhance the warm, cozy flavors.
- Glaze Options: Try a maple glaze (1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp maple syrup + 1 tbsp milk) for a twist.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.
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