Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Donuts
When fall arrives and the days grow shorter, there's something so comforting about the aroma of pumpkin and warm spices wafting from the kitchen. Which means it's time to whip up a batch of these delicious baked pumpkin donuts. Whether you're hosting a cozy brunch, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a taste of autumn, these homemade cinnamon sugar pumpkin donuts will quickly become your favorite!
Servings: 0
Equipment
- Donut pan I have this one!
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- ½ cup avocado oil or melted butter
- 1 cup light or dark brown sugar packed
- 1½ cups pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
For the Coating:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 5 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan or two with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil and brown sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract to the sugar and oil mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Next, add in the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt. Be careful not to overmix; just mix until no large lumps remain.
- Spoon or pipe the donut batter into the greased donut pans, filling each cavity about 2/3 full. I like to add my mixture to a gallon ziploc bag and then cut a small hole in the bottom corner to pipe it that way.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the donuts are baking, prepare the cinnamon sugar coating. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- When the donuts are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes.
- Carefully remove the donuts from the pan and dip each one into the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat it evenly.
- Place the coated donuts on a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your homemade baked pumpkin donuts!
Notes
For Storing: These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day or two.
For Freezing: Freeze in a ziploc for up to 3 months! Thaw to enjoy!