Pumpkin spice donuts are a seasonal favorite that captures the essence of fall in every bite. These donuts are infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, and they feature the comforting flavors of pumpkin. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, these donuts are sure to become a family favorite during the cooler months. Here’s a detailed recipe to make your own pumpkin spice donuts at home.
Ingredients:
For the Donuts:
- 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) baking powder
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) baking soda
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) salt
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) ground cloves
- 1 cup (240 g) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk or buttermilk
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter, melted (for dipping)