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Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes

Delicious and nutritious pumpkin donut holes that are baked, not fried, making them a healthier treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Mold
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a silicone donut hole mold.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, honey, egg, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fill the Mold
  1. Spoon the batter into the prepared donut hole mold, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Prepare Topping
  1. While the donut holes are baking, mix coconut sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Coat the Donut Holes
  1. Once baked, let the donut holes cool for a few minutes, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Serve
  1. Enjoy your healthy pumpkin donut holes warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

These donut holes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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