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Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar

Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar
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Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar are delightfully fluffy baked treats infused with the warm flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfectly balanced and coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mix, these donuts capture the cozy essence of autumn with minimal effort. Ideal for brunch, snacks, or festive gatherings, they offer a light, moist texture and comforting fall aroma that make every bite irresistible.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan version)
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter (or oil/vegan butter)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your donut pan to prevent sticking. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even moisture and flavor throughout the batter.
  3. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this will keep the donuts tender and airy.
  4. Fill the Donut Pan: Spoon or pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan cavities, filling each about 3/4 full to allow room for rising without overflow.
  5. Bake and Cool: Bake the donuts for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the donuts to cool slightly in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack to cool further.
  6. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, gently roll each donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture to create a sweet, crunchy coating that melts slightly into the surface, enhancing both flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and dairy for a smoother batter and fluffier donuts.
  • Stir the batter just until ingredients combine to avoid dense donuts.
  • Grease the donut pan generously to prevent sticking and maintain shape.
  • Roll the donuts in cinnamon sugar immediately after baking to ensure coating adherence.
  • Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to preserve freshness.
  • Freeze individually wrapped donuts for up to 2 months, thaw before serving.
  • Reheat donuts in microwave for 10-15 seconds or oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes for best texture.

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Keywords: pumpkin spice donuts, cinnamon sugar donuts, baked pumpkin donuts, fall desserts, gluten-free donuts, autumn treats

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