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Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes

Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes for Cozy Fall Mornings

These Delicious Baked Pumpkin Donut Holes are the perfect guilt-free treat for fall, capturing the essence of autumn in each bite.
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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: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin puree for the best taste.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Enhances the flavors with caramel notes.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Acts as the leavening agent.
  • ½ tsp Baking Soda
  • ½ tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust for personal taste.
  • ½ tsp Ground Nutmeg Can substitute with allspice.
  • ½ tsp Ground Ginger Modify based on preference.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure and moisture.
  • ¼ cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter Melted butter adds extra flavor.
  • ¼ cup Milk Any type of milk can be used.
For the Coating
  • ¼ cup Cinnamon Sugar Mixture Mix of granulated sugar and cinnamon for coating.

Equipment

  • Donut hole pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut hole pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill each cavity of the greased donut hole pan about ⅔ full with batter.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before rolling in cinnamon sugar.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious baked pumpkin donut holes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1donut holeCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use pure pumpkin puree for best flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep donut holes fluffy. Cool before coating them in cinnamon sugar.

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