Pumpkin Donut Holes
Pumpkin Donut Holes are the ultimate fall treat, blending soft, fluffy dough with warm spices and the rich flavor of pumpkin. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet indulgence on chilly evenings, these bite-sized delights will have everyone reaching for seconds. With a simple recipe that even novice bakers can master, you’ll love making and sharing these seasonal favorites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared tray, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before rolling in sugar or cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. - Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.