Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes Recipe
These Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes are a delicious and guilt-free treat, made with wholesome pumpkin purée and almond flour to keep them gluten-free and naturally sweetened with warm spices. Perfect for a cozy fall snack or breakfast, they are easy to prepare and can be baked or air-fried to perfection for a light and fluffy texture without the excess calories of traditional donuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 donut holes 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Donut Hole Batter
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Coating
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar or cinnamon sugar blend
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a smooth, thick batter forms.
- Preheat your cooking method: If baking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using an air fryer, preheat it to 350°F as well.
- Shape the donut holes: Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, portion the batter into 1-inch balls and place them on parchment paper-lined baking sheet or air fryer basket, leaving space between each donut hole.
- Cook the donut holes: Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes or air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through if necessary, until the donut holes are firm and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and coat: Allow the donut holes to cool slightly. If desired, roll them in coconut sugar or a cinnamon sugar blend to add a sweet, spiced coating.
- Serve: Enjoy the donut holes warm or at room temperature. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.
Notes
- Almond flour can be substituted with oat flour for a different texture but may affect cooking time.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the donut holes light and fluffy.
- If air frying, check for doneness early as cooking times may vary depending on your air fryer model.
- For a vegan version, replace the egg with a flax egg or other egg replacer and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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