Description
Delight in the cozy flavors of fall with these moist and fluffy Pumpkin Spice Donuts, perfectly spiced and topped with a sweet maple glaze. Baked to perfection, these donuts are an easy-to-make treat for breakfast or dessert that will warm up any chilly day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups (281 g) all purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tbsp ground pumpkin pie spice
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 10 tbsp (140 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated white sugar
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1 cup (244 g) canned pumpkin puree
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (195 g) powdered sugar
- 6 tbsp (90 ml) maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp ground pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal of the donuts after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is pale in color and smooth, approximately 1 minute.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Mix in the buttermilk and canned pumpkin puree until fully combined with the creamed mixture.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fill Donut Pan: Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a large circular tip. Pipe the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Bake the donuts for 12 to 13 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow them to cool in the pan for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Spiced Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup. Adjust the consistency by adding more maple syrup a tablespoon at a time if the glaze is too thick. It should slowly drip from the whisk.
- Glaze the Donuts: Dip each cooled donut into the glaze, coating it thickly. Place the glazed donuts back on the rack and allow the glaze to set for about 15 minutes.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy the donuts fresh. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Notes
- Ensure the eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for best mixing results and a tender crumb.
- Piping the batter into the donut pan helps achieve evenly shaped donuts and prevents overfilling.
- The glaze consistency can be adjusted with maple syrup for a perfect drizzle effect; too thick glaze can crack, too thin it may run off.
- Leftover donuts can be briefly warmed in a microwave before serving to refresh their softness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and buttermilk with vegan alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin spice donuts, baked donuts, fall recipes, pumpkin puree, maple glaze, seasonal treats
