Classic Baked Pumpkin
+ Cinnamon Sugar Glazed Donuts
The Ultimate Fall Donut Recipe
If this picture doesn’t stop you in your tracks… well, I might be trying too hard — because holy smokes, these baked pumpkin donuts are that good!
I’ll be making these on repeat all fall long. They’re perfectly spiced, soft, and coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar glaze that tastes like autumn in every bite.
The best part? The simple donut batter comes together in minutes. No fancy ingredients or complicated steps — just pure pumpkin goodness and a few pantry staples.
Why You’ll Love These Baked Pumpkin Donuts
- Easy to make: One bowl, minimal mess, and no deep frying.
Made with real pumpkin: 100% pure organic pumpkin puree for rich, natural flavor.
Gluten-free: Perfect for those who want a light, allergy-friendly treat.
Full of fall flavor: Cinnamon, brown sugar, and pumpkin spice perfection.
Perfectly baked: Moist inside, lightly crisp outside — ideal for your morning coffee or weekend brunch.
Why These Pumpkin Donuts Stand Out
These gluten-free baked pumpkin donuts are everything you love about fall — cozy, sweet, and filled with warm cinnamon spice. The texture is soft and tender, and that cinnamon sugar glaze gives them just the right amount of crunch.
They’re the perfect treat for fall brunches, cozy weekends, or holiday mornings. Grab your coffee and enjoy a taste of autumn — one bite at a time.
Fall Baking Season Is Here
Fall always inspires me to turn on the oven and fill the kitchen with the warm, cozy aromas of the season.
Pumpkin, apple, maple, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg — all those classic fall flavors that make baking this time of year so comforting and nostalgic. From pumpkin spice desserts to apple cinnamon treats, there’s just something magical about autumn baking.
What’s your favorite fall flavor to bake with?
More donut recipes I can't get enough of.
Pro Tips for Perfect Baked Donuts
Don’t overmix the batter — that keeps your donuts soft and fluffy.
Use a piping bag or zip-top bag to fill your donut pan neatly.
For extra spice, add a pinch of nutmeg or clove.
Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Classic Baked Glazed Pumpkin + Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 1/4 cups gluten free flour blend
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- optional: chopped pecans for garnish
Cinnamon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix the sugar and cinnamon together
Cinnamon Sugar Glaze
- 1 teaspoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
Mix all ingredients together until it is smooth.
Instructions
- Heat a small sauce pan up over medium heat. Add in the butter and swirl the pan occasionally until the butter foams and just starts to brown. Remove from the heat and transfer into a small bowl or cup. Place it into your freezer for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350F. Generously grease your donut pan and set aside.
- Place the brown sugar and cooled browned butter in the bowl of a stand mixer. Mix on medium/high until the mixture turned lighter and creamy about 1-2 minutes.
- Add in the vanilla extract, egg, pumpkin puree and milk. Mix gently to combine. Scrap down the side.
- Add in the remaining ingredients (not the pecans) and stir until just combine and all the flour is incorporated.
- Add the batter into a Ziploc bag to easily ‘pipe’ it into the donut rounds or use a small spoon – just be careful not to over fill the molds. Repeat until all 6 are filled.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until they are cooked through. Remove from the oven and tap them out onto a wire cooling rack. Repeat and bake another 6 with the remaining batter.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a small bowl. Using a pastry brush, brush one side on the donuts and then press it slightly into the cinnamon and sugar mixture to coat it. Repeat until all donuts are coated.
- Drizzle the tops with the glazed and garnish with chopped pecans (if desired).
Notes
I love adding the batter into a large Ziploc bag. Trim a small corner off with scissors and tighten or twist the opposite end to resemble a piping bag. Gently squeeze the batter in a circular motion in the donut molds.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: baking
- Method: oven
- Cuisine: donuts
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