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Delicious pumpkin donuts coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for fall treats.

Pumpkin Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar Coating

Delicious baked pumpkin donuts coated in cinnamon sugar, perfect for fall and sure to warm your heart.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 donuts
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing Bowls:

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1.5 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cloves Or allspice
  • 0.75 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar For the batter
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Puree
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar For coating
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon For coating
  • 6 tablespoons Melted Unsalted Butter For coating

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a donut pan with nonstick spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Add eggs and pumpkin puree, whisking until smooth.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Fill the donut cavities about three-quarters full with the batter.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the donuts in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
  • Brush the warm donuts with melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Keyword Baked, Donuts, Pumpkin