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Cozy and soft baked pumpkin donuts flavored with warm fall spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, featuring a tender, cakey texture. These donuts are baked instead of fried, making them a lighter and less messy option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 1756C (3506F) and spray donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, oil or melted butter, eggs, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  4. Slowly add dry ingredients into wet ingredients, folding gently to combine without overmixing.
  5. Fill donut pan molds about 3/4 full using a piping bag or zip-top bag with corner cut off.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes; check doneness with a toothpick (should come out clean).
  7. Allow donuts to cool in pan for about 5 minutes, then carefully remove and place on a cooling rack.
  8. Optional: dip each donut in melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.

Notes

Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to avoid added sugar and spices., Do not overmix batter to keep donuts light and fluffy., Grease pan well even if non-stick to ensure donuts release easily., Fill each mold 3/4 full for best rise without overflow., Can use a muffin tin if donut pan is unavailable; add extra baking time and watch closely., Fresh pumpkin can replace canned puree if roasted and drained properly., Donuts can be frozen wrapped tightly for up to 2 months; reheat before serving., Store donuts in airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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