Description
Pumpkin donut holes are the perfect autumn treat, encapsulating the cozy flavors of fall in every fluffy bite. Rolled in cinnamon sugar, these irresistible morsels are ideal for gatherings, brunches, or a sweet pick-me-up. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can fill your home with their delightful aroma and wow your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup milk (whole or plant-based)
- ¼ cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted butter, eggs, milk, and sugar until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter into muffin tin until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- While warm, roll each donut hole in cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole (25g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or chopped nuts. If desired, drizzle with maple syrup or powdered sugar glaze for extra sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.