Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Donut Holes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Soft pumpkin-flavored donut holes coated in a fragrant cinnamon sugar blend, ideal for a Halloween treat. This American-inspired Halloween recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pumpkin puree, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
4 tbsp melted unsalted butter
for frying, about 4 cups vegetable oil
1 cup for coating granulated sugar
2 tsp for coating ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp salt.
Step 2: In another bowl, beat 2 large eggs with 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, and 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter until smooth.
Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
Step 4: Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F using a candy or deep-fry thermometer.
Step 5: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying 4-5 donut holes at a time for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
Step 6: Remove donut holes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 7: Combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 tsp ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. While donut holes are warm, toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
Step 8: Serve warm or at room temperature.