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Donut Pumpkin Muffins Recipe

Deliciously Fluffy Donut Pumpkin Muffins Recipe for Fall Bliss

Try this Donut Pumpkin Muffins Recipe for a delightful twist on a classic favorite that is fluffy and coated in sugary cinnamon.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substituting with whole wheat flour will give a denser texture
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg pumpkin pie spice can be used as a replacement
  • 0.25 teaspoon cloves omit if not available
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt don't skip this step
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree make sure it’s pure pumpkin
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar provides moisture and caramel undertone
  • 2 large eggs use room temperature
  • 0.33 cup vegetable oil melted coconut oil is an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • 0.25 cup butter melted for coating

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with the batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Mix the cinnamon sugar coating ingredients in a small bowl, then melt the butter.
  8. Brush the cooled muffins with melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature; they freeze well for up to 3 months.

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