Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar Coating

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Total Time: 25 min

Ingredients:

• ½ cup pumpkin puree
• ¼ cup milk
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp nutmeg

For Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions (Detailed):

1. Prep the oven and pan:
   Preheat your oven to 350ºF and lightly spray a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. Mix wet ingredients:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and milk until smooth.
3. Combine dry ingredients:
   In a separate smaller bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Mix it all together:
   Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Don’t overmix — that’s the secret to soft, fluffy donuts! 🧁
5. Fill the pan:
   Transfer the batter into a piping bag (or ziplock with the corner snipped) and pipe into the donut cavities, filling each about ¾ full.
6. Bake:
   Place in the oven and bake for 15–16 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Cool:
   Let the donuts cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then flip onto a wire rack and cool an additional 10 minutes.
8. Add cinnamon sugar magic:
   Melt the butter and brush it on each cooled donut (or dip them in it). Then toss each donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating both sides. ✨

Pro Tips:

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for 2–3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
• Swaps: Use almond milk or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
• Make it festive: Add spooky sprinkles or orange glaze for Halloween parties! 👻

Nutrition Info Table + Disclaimer:

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 donut	210	2g	28g	9g	1g	12g

Disclaimer:
Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.