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Pumpkin Donut Holes

Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes: Guilt-Free Bliss in Every Bite

Delight in these Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes, a guilt-free treat satisfying cravings without sacrificing flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donut holes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Holes
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée homemade or high-quality canned
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour be cautious with substitutions
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup honey as a vegan alternative
  • 2 eggs or a flax egg for plant-based
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • a pinch salt sea salt or Himalayan for luxury
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1/4 cup coconut butter melted white chocolate as alternative
  • 2 tablespoons extra maple syrup

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your mixing bowls and lined baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of pumpkin purée, 2 eggs, and 1/3 cup of pure maple syrup. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Gradually add 1/2 cup of coconut flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to the wet mixture. Fold gently to combine.
  4. Form small balls from the dough and place them on a lined baking sheet, spaced about an inch apart.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden and springy. Cool on a wire rack.
  6. Melt 1/4 cup of coconut butter and mix with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup until smooth for the glaze.
  7. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled donut holes and let set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2donut holesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 440IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and monitor baking closely to avoid overcooking.

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