If you're ready to elevate your fall baking game, look no further than these delightful Pumpkin Spice Cake Donuts! Bursting with the warm flavors of pumpkin and a hint of spice, these donuts are the perfect treat for cozy mornings or festive gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 12 scrumptious donuts that will have your friends and family begging for more. Imagine the aroma of freshly baked donuts wafting through your kitchen—it's a slice of autumn heaven you won't want to miss!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 12-cavity donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to ensure no lumps remain.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off for easy filling.
- Carefully pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing them onto a wire rack.
- Optional: Once completely cooled, dust with powdered sugar or dip in a cinnamon-sugar mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve fresh and enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Spice Cake Donuts!
Tips
- Prep Ahead: To save time, measure out your dry ingredients and mix them in advance. This way, you can quickly combine everything when you're ready to bake!
- Donut Pan Care: Make sure to generously grease your donut pan with non-stick cooking spray. This will help your donuts release easily and maintain their perfect shape.
- Don't Overmix: When combining your wet and dry ingredients, mix just until combined. Overmixing can lead to dense donuts, and nobody wants that!
- Piping Made Easy: Using a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a snipped corner makes filling the donut cavities a breeze and helps achieve that professional look.
- Check for Doneness: Keep an eye on your donuts while they bake. They should be lightly golden and a toothpick should come out clean when inserted.
- Cool Before Serving: Allow the donuts to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack. This helps them set and makes them easier to handle.
- Add a Sweet Touch: For an extra layer of flavor, consider dusting your cooled donuts with powdered sugar or rolling them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture for that classic fall touch.Enjoy your baking adventure and savor every bite of these delicious Pumpkin Spice Cake Donuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg
