Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar
These baked pumpkin donuts are the ultimate fall treat warm, fluffy, perfectly spiced, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. As a chef who bakes year-round, nothing says cozy like the aroma of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg filling the kitchen. And because they’re baked, not fried, they’re lighter and easier to make no mess, no oil, just pure pumpkin joy in donut form.
Whether you’re making them for a fall brunch, a Halloween party, or just because you’re craving something sweet and seasonal, these donuts are always a hit. They come together in under 30 minutes and taste even better than bakery versions plus, you control the ingredients.
Why You’ll Love These Baked Pumpkin Donuts
- Light and fluffy: Thanks to baking powder and baking soda for a soft rise without frying.
- Fall-inspired spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger bring that classic autumn flavor.
- Quick and easy: From bowl to oven to plate in under 30 minutes.
- Kid-friendly: Fun to bake, decorate, and eat perfect for little hands to help with.
- Customizable: Add a glaze, mix in chocolate chips, or even turn them into muffins.
Ingredients You Will Need
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cinnamon sugar (for topping)
Step by Step Instructions
1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a donut pan with butter or non-stick spray.
2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
4: Combine and Fill
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