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Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes

Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes for Cozy Fall Mornings

Enjoy Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes, a guilt-free treat perfect for fall mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 donut holes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree ensure to use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free flour
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar for a lower glycemic option, replace with coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar light brown sugar is a suitable substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for the best results
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Ginger adjust to taste
  • 2 large Eggs for a vegan option, substitute with flax eggs
  • ¼ cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter use apple sauce for a lighter alternative
  • ½ cup Milk substitute with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version
For the Coating
  • ½ cup Cinnamon Sugar Mixture modify ratios based on preference

Equipment

  • Donut hole pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your donut hole pan with cooking spray or melted butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil or butter, and milk until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fill the donut hole pan cavities about two-thirds full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
  7. Let the donuts cool for about 5 minutes, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donut holeCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Enjoy these donut holes fresh for the best taste and aroma. Perfect for sharing with friends and family this fall season.

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