The smell of warm pumpkin donuts instantly reminds me of cozy fall days. If you love fresh, homemade treats, then you are in the right place! I’ve put together two fantastic pumpkin donut recipes that are easy to make and taste so good.
Whether you prefer a simple baked donut or one packed with classic pumpkin spice, I have a recipe here for you. Let’s get baking and fill your kitchen with wonderful fall aromas!
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Easy Pumpkin Baked Donuts Recipe
These fluffy pumpkin baked donuts are simple to make at home. They are a great treat for breakfast or a snack any time of day.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Baking Donuts
- Baking Powder: This helps make your donuts light and airy, not heavy. Make sure your baking powder is fresh for the best rise.
- Pumpkin Puree: Always use plain pumpkin puree from a can, not pumpkin pie filling. Pie filling has added sugars and spices that you don’t want in this recipe.
What You Need for Baked Pumpkin Donuts
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 large egg
- For Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tbsp milk
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 12 donuts
How to Make Your Baked Pumpkin Donuts
Step 1: Get Your Oven Ready
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, lightly grease a donut pan. This helps your donuts come out easily after baking.
Step 2: Mix Your Dry Stuff
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until they are well combined.
Step 3: Mix Your Wet Stuff
In a separate, medium-sized bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter, and egg until everything looks smooth and combined.
Step 4: Combine and Fill the Pan
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir just until they are combined; be careful not to overmix, or your donuts can become tough. Spoon or pipe the batter into your donut pan, filling each mold about two-thirds full.
Step 5: Bake and Glaze
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into a donut. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely. While they cool, mix powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons of milk for a simple glaze. Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze.
📝 Final Note on Storing Baked Donuts
Store these pumpkin baked donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. They are always best when fresh!
Classic Pumpkin Spice Donuts You’ll Love
These pumpkin spice donuts bring all the warm, comforting tastes of fall right to your kitchen. They are easy to make and smell amazing while they bake.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Spice Donuts
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: Use a fresh pumpkin pie spice mix for the best smell and taste. Older spices lose their strength.
- Buttermilk Substitute: If you do not have buttermilk, you can easily make your own. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to regular milk and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
What You Need for Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- For Topping: ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 12 donuts
How to Make Your Pumpkin Spice Donuts
Step 1: Prep the Oven and Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, make sure to grease your donut pan well so the donuts do not stick.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Items
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Items
In a separate bowl, stir the pumpkin puree, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and egg until everything is well mixed together.
Step 4: Combine and Fill
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until there are no dry spots visible. Fill your donut pan with the batter, about two-thirds full for each donut.
Step 5: Bake and Add Topping
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until done. Let them cool slightly in the pan, then move to a cooling rack. While the donuts are still warm, mix ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice in a small bowl. Roll the warm donuts in this sugar mix to coat them.
📝 Final Note on Storing Spice Donuts
These pumpkin spice donuts are best eaten the same day you make them. You can store them in an airtight container for up to 1 day, but the sugar topping might get a little soft.
