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A plate of freshly glazed Maple-Kissed Pumpkin Donuts garnished with a drizzle of maple syrup and pumpkin seeds, set on a rustic wooden table.

Maple-Kissed Pumpkin Donuts: A Seasonal Delight for Your Taste Buds

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Enjoy the warm, seasonal flavor of fall with these Maple-Kissed Pumpkin Donuts. These baked pumpkin donuts are topped with a luscious maple glaze, making them the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or festive gatherings. Combining the comforting taste of pumpkin with sweet maple syrup, this recipe is easy to make and ideal for celebrating the flavors of autumn.

  • Total Time: 27-30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 donuts

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup buttermilk or milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin puree, buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Spoon batter into a piping bag or zip-top bag with the tip cut off. Pipe into donut cavities about ¾ full and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and enough milk or cream until smooth. Add a pinch of sea salt if desired.
  8. Dip or drizzle the cooled donuts with the maple glaze. Let set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep donuts tender.
  • Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor in the glaze.
  • To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Reheat in microwave for 10 seconds for soft, warm donuts.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg