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Cake Mix Pumpkin Donuts

Delicious Cake Mix Pumpkin Donuts: Quick Fall Treats

Easy Cake Mix Pumpkin Donuts that are perfect for fall gatherings or cozy mornings, combining three simple ingredients for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Choose a quality box mix for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Can use cinnamon and nutmeg in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Opt for canned for convenience, homemade works too.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Frosting Can switch for vanilla or chocolate frosting for variety.
  • 1 teaspoon Optional Extra Pumpkin Pie Spice A dash deepens the pumpkin flavor.

Equipment

  • Donut Pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Microwave
  • Zip-top Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease two donut pans.
  2. Whisk together the white cake mix and pumpkin pie spice in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree to the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
  4. Fill a gallon-sized zip-top bag with the batter and cut one corner to pipe into pans.
  5. Pipe or spoon the batter into the greased donut pans, filling each cavity halfway.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes until donuts spring back lightly when touched.
  7. Cool the donuts in the pan for about five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Microwave the cream cheese frosting until melted and stir in extra pumpkin pie spice.
  9. Dip each donut into the warm glaze and allow excess to drip off before placing back on the rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. To freeze, lay out donuts and place in freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

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