Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these irresistible Pumpkin Donuts. Made from pure pumpkin and aromatic pumpkin pie spices, this easy recipe yields soft, fluffy treats perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet morning at home, these delightful donuts will elevate any occasion. Customize them with your favorite toppings like maple glaze or cinnamon sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. With a generous yield of 17 servings, share them with loved ones or savor them throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup pure pumpkin
- ½ cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare your tools.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin, buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Heat canola oil in a frying pan to about 350°F (175°C).
- Cut out donut shapes from the batter and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Dip warm donuts into a glaze made with confectioners' sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg