Description

Delight in these soft and flavorful Baked Vegan Pumpkin Spice Donuts, perfect for fall or any cozy occasion. Made with wholesome organic ingredients, pumpkin puree, and a homemade pumpkin spice blend, these donuts are baked to perfection and coated with a buttery pumpkin spice sugar for a sweet, aromatic finish. They are vegan, light, and ideal for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a comforting snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

1 1/2 cups organic all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon homemade pumpkin spice blend
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup organic cane sugar (for batter)

Wet Ingredients

3/4 cup organic pumpkin puree (NOT pie filling)
1/3 to 1/2 cup almond milk (or your favorite plant-based milk)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons organic vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coating

1 cup organic cane sugar
1 tablespoon store-bought or homemade pumpkin spice
4–5 tablespoons vegan butter, melted

Instructions

Create the ‘Buttermilk’: In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let the mixture sit for 5-6 minutes until it thickens slightly, mimicking buttermilk’s texture and acidity.
Preheat and Prepare Donut Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or spray your 6-well donut baking pans lightly to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, 1/2 cup cane sugar (for batter), homemade pumpkin spice blend, and sea salt. Stir to blend evenly.
Add Wet Ingredients to Dry: Stir in the ‘buttermilk’ starting with 1/3 cup, gradually adding up to 1/2 cup as needed to make a thick and smooth batter. Add pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil. Mix for about 1-2 minutes until well combined.
Fill the Donut Pans: Spoon the batter into a piping bag. Pipe the batter into each well of the prepared donut pan, filling approximately 3/4 full for even baking.
Bake the Donuts: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 10-13 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool Donuts: Remove the donuts from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully remove the donuts from the pans and transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Prepare Pumpkin Spice-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup cane sugar and 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice until well combined. In another bowl, melt 4-5 tablespoons vegan butter.
Coat the Donuts: Once the donuts are fully cooled, dip or brush each side of a donut with melted vegan butter, then immediately dip into the pumpkin spice sugar mixture. Ensure all sides and edges are coated. Place coated donuts on a rack to set.
Serve: Enjoy these delicious pumpkin spice donuts fresh, perfect with your favorite coffee, tea, or as a sweet treat anytime.
Bon Appetit! Savor your homemade baked vegan pumpkin spice donuts that bring warmth and seasonal flavor in every bite.

Notes

Use organic pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for best flavor and texture.
If you don’t have homemade pumpkin spice, a store-bought blend works perfectly.
Adjust almond milk quantity to achieve a thick but smooth batter consistency.
Ensure donuts are completely cooled before coating to prevent sugar from melting off.
Donuts keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated.
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
Make your own pumpkin spice by combining cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off for easy batter filling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 210
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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