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Baked Pumpkin Donuts

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Baked Pumpkin Donuts are soft, moist, and warmly spiced donuts made with real pumpkin puree. Baked instead of fried, they’re perfect for fall breakfasts, snacks, or desserts, and can be topped with cinnamon sugar, glaze, or powdered sugar.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: cinnamon sugar, maple glaze, or powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Spoon batter into a piping bag or zip-top bag and pipe into donut pan cavities about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 13–16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool donuts in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. While slightly warm, coat with cinnamon sugar or dip in glaze once cooled completely.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep donuts tender.
  • Use a piping bag for even donut shapes.
  • Adjust spices to taste or add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
  • Cool completely before glazing for best results.
  • Donuts can be frozen and reheated gently before serving.

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