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Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes

Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes for Cozy Fall Mornings

Enjoy these delicious baked pumpkin donut holes that are quick to make and perfect for fall mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 donut holes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat or gluten-free can be used.
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 0.25 cups Brown Sugar Optional for a lighter taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 0.33 cups Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter or coconut oil.
  • 0.33 cups Milk
For the Coating
  • 0.5 cups Cinnamon Sugar Mixture Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon.

Equipment

  • Donut hole pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut hole pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and milk, and mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the greased donut hole pan, filling each cavity two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until risen and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes then roll in cinnamon sugar mixture while still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donut holeCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use pure pumpkin puree for best flavor. Avoid overmixing for fluffy texture. Bake times may vary by oven.

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