Delicious Homemade Pumpkin Donuts

These homemade pumpkin donuts are the perfect fall treat. Made with real pumpkin puree and warm spices, these donuts are fluffy, moist, and incredibly delicious. They are baked instead of fried, making them a healthier option without compromising on taste. Coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture, these donuts have a sweet and slightly spicy flavor that pairs perfectly with a cup of hot apple cider. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack, these pumpkin donuts are sure to become a favorite fall recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
3. In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, pumpkin puree, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Spoon the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes.
8. Meanwhile, prepare the cinnamon sugar coating by mixing 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
9. Carefully remove the donuts from the pan and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until completely coated.
10. Serve the pumpkin donuts warm and enjoy!

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