Description
Homemade pumpkin donuts blend autumn spices with sweet, pillowy texture for a delightful seasonal treat. Warm cinnamon and nutmeg elevate these classic pastries, inviting you to savor fall’s most comforting flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400°F and lightly spraying a donut pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy release.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and baking soda, creating a uniform mixture.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, approximately 1-2 minutes. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring complete integration after each addition.
- Blend in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until just combined, maintaining a smooth consistency. Gradually fold in the dry ingredient mixture at low speed, mixing until just incorporated without overmixing.
- Carefully distribute the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, watching for a slight golden-brown color and a springy texture when gently touched.
- While donuts bake, prepare the glaze by reducing maple syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat until volume decreases to approximately 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes.
- Whisk butter, vanilla, and salt into the reduced maple syrup until butter completely melts. Gradually incorporate confectioners’ sugar, stirring until the glaze becomes smooth and glossy.
- Remove donuts from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer to a wire rack and dip the tops into the prepared maple glaze.
- Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the donuts warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Precise Measurements Matter: Use exact measuring cups and spoons to ensure the perfect balance of ingredients for consistent donut texture.
- Spice Customization: Adjust pumpkin pie spice intensity by adding extra cinnamon or nutmeg for a more pronounced autumn flavor profile.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend to make the donuts suitable for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Storage Hack: Keep donuts fresh by storing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for extended shelf life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg