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Irresistible Pumpkin Donut Holes

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Enjoy these soft and fluffy pumpkin donut holes packed with seasonal flavors, perfect for a quick snack or breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup low fat buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (for the glaze)
  • 2–4 tablespoons warm water or whole milk (to achieve desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a mini muffin or donut hole pan with non-stick spray.
  3. Whisk the low-fat buttermilk, egg, pumpkin puree, and melted butter in a large bowl until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, mix the flour, dark brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, and enough warm water or milk to achieve a smooth consistency.
  10. Dip the tops of the cooled donut holes into the glaze or drizzle it over. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, use fresh pumpkin puree and experiment with spices like nutmeg or ginger.

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