Description
These Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Maple Glaze capture the cozy spirit of fall with moist, tender pumpkin-flavored donuts spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Finished with a glossy, naturally sweet maple glaze, they are an easy, healthier baked treat perfect for sharing throughout the season.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- Flour (all-purpose) – 2 cups
- Baking powder – 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda – 1/2 teaspoon
- Cinnamon – 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg – 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground ginger – 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/4 teaspoon
- Sugar – 3/4 cup
- Brown sugar – 1/4 cup
Wet Ingredients
- Pumpkin puree (canned or fresh) – 1 cup
- Eggs – 2 large
- Vegetable oil (or other oil) – 1/4 cup
- Milk or buttermilk – 1/4 cup
Maple Glaze
- Powdered sugar – 1 cup
- Pure maple syrup – 3 tablespoons (adjust to desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Batter: Whisk together all dry ingredients—flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground ginger, salt, sugar, and brown sugar—in one bowl. In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, and milk. Gradually combine the wet mixture into the dry mixture until just blended to avoid overmixing and ensure tender donuts.
- Fill the Donut Pan: Spoon or pipe the batter evenly into a greased or silicone donut pan, filling each mold about three-quarters full to allow the donuts to rise properly without spilling over.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the donuts comes out clean. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Make the Maple Glaze: While the donuts cool completely, whisk together powdered sugar and pure maple syrup until smooth and glossy. Adjust the glaze consistency by adding more syrup or powdered sugar as needed—for a thicker glaze suitable for dipping or a thinner glaze for drizzling.
- Glaze and Enjoy: Dunk the cooled donuts into the maple glaze or drizzle the glaze over the donuts with a spoon. Let the glaze set briefly before serving to enjoy the sweet, shiny coating on every bite.
Notes
- Measure flour carefully to prevent dense donuts.
- Mix batter until just combined to keep the texture soft and tender.
- Use fresh spices like freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg for enhanced flavor.
- Allow donuts to cool completely before glazing to avoid glaze melting and running off.
- Grease your pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of donuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: pumpkin donuts, baked donuts, maple glaze, fall dessert, healthy donuts, pumpkin recipe
