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Make Pumpkin Donuts

Make Pumpkin Donuts
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Make baked pumpkin donuts using simple ingredients: measure and mix batter, spoon into a donut pan, bake until golden, then glaze and decorate.

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Step-by-step guide to make pumpkin donuts

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Baked Pumpkin Donuts | Sally's Baking

What you need
Adult supervision required, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, canned pumpkin puree, cooling rack, donut pan, granulated sugar, large eggs, measuring cups and spoons, melted butter or vegetable oil, milk, mixing bowls, nonstick spray or softened butter, oven, oven mitts, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, salt, small bowl for glaze, spatula or spoon, sprinkles or cinnamon for decorating, vanilla extract, whisk or fork

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Grease the donut pan with nonstick spray or softened butter.

Step 3

Measure and whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.

Step 4

Measure and whisk together the wet ingredients in a separate bowl: 1 cup pumpkin puree 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1/4 cup melted butter or oil and 1/4 cup milk.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined and no large streaks of flour remain.

Step 6

Spoon or pipe the batter into each donut cavity filling about three quarters full.

Step 7

Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Step 8

Use oven mitts to remove the hot pan from the oven and place it on a heat-safe surface.

Step 9

Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Gently loosen the donuts and transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 11

In a small bowl whisk the glaze until smooth using 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 2 to 3 tablespoons milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Step 12

Dip the top of each cooled donut into the glaze and sprinkle decorations or a pinch of cinnamon while the glaze is still wet.

Step 13

Share a photo of your finished pumpkin donuts on DIY.org.

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have a donut pan or pumpkin puree?

If you don't have a donut pan, use a greased muffin tin and fill each cavity about three quarters full, and if you can't find pumpkin puree roast and mash fresh pumpkin or use canned 100% pumpkin puree.

My donuts came out dense or soggy—what likely went wrong and how do I fix it?

Dense or soggy donuts usually mean the batter was overmixed or underbaked, so follow the instruction to stir gently until just combined and bake until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean at 12–14 minutes.

How can I adapt the steps for different age groups so it's safe and fun?

For toddlers and preschoolers let them measure dry ingredients and sprinkle decorations while an adult handles the oven and oven mitts, and for older kids have them spoon or pipe the batter into cavities, bake with supervision, and whisk the glaze themselves.

What are some easy ways to extend or personalize these pumpkin donuts?

To personalize, fold mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans into the batter before spooning into the donut cavities, tint or flavor the glaze with extra vanilla or a pinch of cinnamon, and add sprinkles or a cinnamon pinch while the glaze is still wet as in the final step.

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Facts about baking for kids

⚖️ Baking is a science: measuring ingredients precisely helps keep your donuts light and fluffy (no heavy surprises!).

🌶️ 'Pumpkin spice' has no pumpkin in it — it's a cozy mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice.

🧁 Baked donuts usually take about 8–12 minutes to bake at 350°F (175°C) — quick and golden!

🎃 Botanically, pumpkins are fruits because they contain seeds, and they're about 90% water!

🍩 National Donut Day began in 1938 — the Salvation Army started it to honor volunteers who served doughnuts to soldiers in WWI.

How do I make baked pumpkin donuts with kids?

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin spice) in one bowl. In another, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, egg, oil or melted butter, and milk until smooth. Fold wet into dry just until combined—don’t overmix. Spoon or pipe batter into a greased donut pan three-quarters full. Bake 10–12 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a rack, then glaze and decorate once fully cooled.

What materials and ingredients do I need for pumpkin donuts?

You’ll need flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin spice, pumpkin puree, sugar (or sweetener), an egg, oil or melted butter, and a bit of milk. Tools include a donut pan, mixing bowls, measuring cups and spoons, whisk and spatula, oven, cooling rack, and nonstick spray. For glazing: powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla; plus a piping bag or spoon and optional sprinkles for decorating. Adjust quantities to match your recipe.

What ages is this pumpkin donut activity suitable for?

Suitable for ages 3+ with adult supervision. Toddlers (3–5) can measure dry ingredients, pour, and stir with help. School-age kids (6–9) can follow steps, spoon batter into the pan, and assist with glazing. Older children (10+) can do more independently but should still have an adult operate the oven and handle hot pans. Always tailor tasks to each child’s skill level and supervise around heat and raw egg.

What are the benefits and safety tips for making pumpkin donuts with kids?

Baking pumpkin donuts teaches measuring, following directions, and fine motor skills while encouraging family time and trying new flavors. It builds patience and basic kitchen confidence. Safety tips: always supervise oven use, keep children away from hot pans, use kid-safe tools, never let kids taste raw batter because of eggs, and check for allergies (wheat, eggs, pumpkin). Use a stable step stool and assign clear, age-appropriate tasks.
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