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Mini Powdered Sugar Pumpkin Donuts

These Mini Powdered Sugar Pumpkin Donuts are SO DELICIOUS! Soft, fluffy, and coated in powdered sugar, they're the perfect autumn treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.25 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for coating)

Equipment

  • Donut Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, pumpkin spice, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the mini donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Once baked, allow the donuts to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  8. Once they are cool enough to handle, dip them in powdered sugar to coat.
  9. Enjoy your Mini Powdered Sugar Pumpkin Donuts fresh!

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.
  • For freezing, arrange in a single layer until frozen, then transfer to a freezer bag.