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Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Homemade Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
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These Pumpkin Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are soft, cakey, and bursting with fall flavors. Coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture, they’re the perfect autumn treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.
  6. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  7. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a wire rack to drain.
  8. While the donuts are still warm, dip them in melted butter and then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a richer flavor, try using pumpkin pie spice instead of individual spices. You can also bake these donuts in a donut pan at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.

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