Quick and Easy 4-Ingredient Baked Pumpkin Donuts are the perfect addition to a leisurely morning or an afternoon coffee break. Their simplicity and deliciousness make them a go-to treat for anyone looking to savor the flavors of the season without the fuss of traditional donut-making. Enjoy these delightful donuts as a sweet indulgence during the autumn months.
Ingredients:
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Directions:
Making the Donut Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard-sized donut pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
Filling the Donut Pan:
- Transfer the donut batter to a large zip-top bag or a piping bag.
- Cut off one corner of the bag to create a makeshift piping tip.
- Pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking the Donuts:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the donuts spring back when touched.
Coating with Cinnamon Sugar:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the coating.
- In a separate bowl, melt the unsalted butter.
- Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, dip each in melted butter and then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Serving:
- Enjoy your Quick and Easy 4-Ingredient Baked Pumpkin Donuts.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Baking Time: 10-12 minutes
Yield: Approximately 12 donuts