Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Donut Holes are moist, tender bites bursting with warm fall spices and a rich pumpkin flavor. Baked to golden perfection and coated in a fragrant cinnamon sugar blend, they make a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack on a crisp autumn day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, milk, and melted butter, mixing until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the donut holes tender.
- Form Donut Holes: Using a spoon or your hands, shape the dough into small balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the donut holes in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Coating: While baking, mix together the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon in a small bowl to make the coating.
- Coat Donut Holes: Once baked, remove the donut holes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. While still warm, roll each donut hole in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve: Serve the donut holes warm or at room temperature and enjoy the cozy flavors!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense donut holes.
- Ensure the donut holes are warm when rolling in the cinnamon sugar for best coating adherence.
- You can substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree if desired.
- Store leftover donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving for a fresh taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
