Description
These Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Maple Glaze are the perfect fall treat—soft, spiced, and topped with a rich maple glaze. Made with real pumpkin puree and warm pumpkin pie spices, they’re baked (not fried) for an easy, mess-free recipe that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for brunch, snacks, or cozy autumn mornings.
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
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2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 tsp baking powder
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1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
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3/4 tsp kosher salt
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1/4 tsp baking soda
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1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup (200 g) packed light brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 cup (240 g) canned pumpkin puree
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2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze:
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3/4 cup (180 ml) maple syrup
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1 1/2 tbsp (21 g) unsalted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp kosher salt
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1/4 cup (30 g) confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a donut pan.
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and baking soda.
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In another bowl, beat melted butter and brown sugar. Add eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla; mix well.
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Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
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Spoon or pipe batter into donut pan.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes until donuts are set and lightly golden.
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Cool for 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack.
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For the glaze, simmer maple syrup until reduced to 1/2 cup. Whisk in butter, vanilla, and salt. Remove from heat and whisk in confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
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Dip the tops of cooled donuts in glaze. Let it set before serving.
Notes
Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for easy pan filling.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for more spice depth.
Glazed donuts are best enjoyed fresh but store well.
For a twist, roll warm donuts in cinnamon sugar instead of glazing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American