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Classic Pumpkin Donut Holes

Delicious Classic Pumpkin Donut Holes That Will Make Fall Cozy

These Classic Pumpkin Donut Holes are a quick and easy comfort food that captures the essence of fall with warm spices and delightful flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 donut holes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves optional
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree use plain pumpkin
  • 0.5 cup milk any type or non-dairy alternative
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup canola oil or coconut/vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
For the Coating
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin pan by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, ground cloves, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, brown sugar, canola oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fill each cup of the prepared mini muffin pan about three-quarters full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until they spring back to the touch and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let them cool for about five minutes, then dip each hole in melted butter and roll them in a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.
  8. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donut holeCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy warm, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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