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Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Indulgent Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts for Cozy Fall Mornings

Delight in these Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts, perfect for cozy fall mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Base
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Light brown sugar Can substitute with white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Use fresh
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin spice Can substitute with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
For the Moisture and Flavor
  • 1 cup Pumpkin pie puree Use pure pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup Melted butter Can substitute with coconut oil
  • ½ cup Milk Use any dairy alternative if preferred
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • donut pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease each cavity of the donut pan with non-stick spray or melted butter.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, salt, baking powder, and pumpkin spice.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin pie puree, melted butter, and milk until smooth.
  5. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula.
  6. Fill each cavity of the donut pan about two-thirds full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 10-11 minutes, until they spring back when pressed.
  8. Cool the donuts in the pan on a wire rack for a few minutes.
  9. Dip each donut into melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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