Description
Delight in the comforting flavors of autumn with these Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Maple Glaze. Soft and spiced pumpkin donuts, paired with a rich maple glaze, create the ultimate fall treat for breakfast, dessert, or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze:
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- 1 ½ tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and grease a donut pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat melted butter and brown sugar until combined. Add eggs, one at a time, followed by pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fill and Bake: Spoon batter into the pan, filling each cavity ¾ full. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Prepare Glaze: Heat maple syrup over medium heat until reduced by half. Stir in butter, vanilla, and salt, then whisk in confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
- Glaze Donuts: Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and allow to set. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use gluten-free or vegan substitutions as needed.
- Adjust pumpkin spice blend to taste.
- Store unglazed donuts for longer freshness and glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
