Healthy Pumpkin Spice Donuts You'll Be Baking All Season.

Pumpkin spice donuts are proof that cozy fall baking can also be wholesome. These healthy baked donuts are soft, warmly spiced, naturally gluten-free and sugar-free, and made with simple ingredients that satisfy a pumpkin craving without feeling heavy.

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It's a must-make.

These pumpkin spice donuts bring together everything I love about fall baking in one simple recipe - cozy flavor, easy prep, and a healthier twist that doesn't feel like a compromise.

• They're full of cozy fall flavor. Pumpkin pie spice and real pumpkin puree make every bite warm, fragrant, and perfectly seasonal.
• They're a healthier donut option. These healthy donuts are baked instead of fried, naturally gluten-free, sugar-free, and made with wholesome ingredients. With just 6 grams of net carbs they're a delicious keto-friendly option.
• They're surprisingly easy. Mix, pipe into the pan, bake, and enjoy in about 35 minutes.
• They're perfect for make ahead breakfasts and snacks. Bake a batch on the weekend and enjoy them throughout the week.

Let's talk texture and flavor.

These baked pumpkin spice donuts are incredibly soft with a tender crumb and just enough richness from butter and almond flour. The pumpkin keeps them moist while the pumpkin pie spice brings warm cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove notes to every bite. They're lightly sweet on their own, delicious with the cinnamon coating, and downright irresistible with the pumpkin cream cheese drizzle.

What you'll need.

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Here's what your going to need to make baked spiced pumpkin donuts.

• Almond flour: Creates a tender, moist crumb while keeping the donuts gluten-free and low-carb.
• Granular sweetener: Sweetens the donuts without added sugar. A 1:1 sugar substitute like allulose works beautifully.
• Gluten-free baking powder: Gives the donuts their light rise.
• Pumpkin pie spice: The signature blend of warm fall spices.
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the pumpkin flavor.
• Xanthan gum: Helps improve texture and structure in gluten-free baking.
• Eggs: Bind everything together and provide richness.
• Pumpkin puree: Adds moisture, beautiful color, and authentic pumpkin flavor.
• Melted butter: Adds richness and keeps the donuts tender.
• Vanilla extract: Rounds out all the warm spices.
• Cream cheese: The base for the optional creamy drizzle.
• Powdered sweetener: Sweetens the frosting smoothly.
• Whipping cream: Helps create a pourable drizzle.
• Ground cinnamon: Combines with sweetener for the optional cinnamon coating.

Customize it your way.

This healthy pumpkin spice donut recipe is easy to personalize depending on what you're craving.

• Stir mini sugar-free chocolate chips into the batter.
• Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
• Skip the frosting and use the cinnamon coating for a classic finish.
• Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds over the cream cheese drizzle.
• Add a pinch of extra cinnamon or ginger for bolder spice flavor.
• Finish with a dusting of powdered sweetener instead of frosting.
• Drizzle or spread pumpkin cream cheese frosting: in a small bowl mix 2 oz very soft cream cheese, 4 tbsp powdered sweetener, 1/4 tsp vanilla, 1 tbsp pumpkin puree, and 2 tbsp heavy cream.

Flexible dietary swaps.

These pumpkin spice donuts are already friendly for several eating styles, and a few simple adjustments make them even more flexible.

• Dairy-Free: Replace the butter with melted dairy-free butter or refined coconut oil. Use a dairy-free cream cheese for the drizzle.
• Nut-Free: Substitute a sunflower seed flour designed for baking. The texture and color may vary slightly.
• Lower Fat: Replace the melted butter with unsweetened applesauce, understanding the texture will be a bit softer.
• Egg-Free: Use a commercial egg replacer designed for baking. Results may be slightly denser.
• Refined Sugar-Free: Continue using a granulated sugar substitute and powdered sweetener as written.

How to make this pumpkin spice donut recipe.

These pumpkin spice donuts bake up quickly, making them an easy breakfast or snack whenever a pumpkin craving hits.

1. Combine the dry ingredients until everything is evenly mixed.
2. Whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, melted butter, and vanilla before folding them into the dry ingredients just until combined.
3. Pipe the batter into a prepared donut pan, smoothing the tops if needed.
4. Bake until the donuts spring back lightly and a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool briefly before removing from the pan.
5. Finish with the pumpkin cream cheese drizzle, cinnamon coating, or enjoy them plain.

How to enjoy them.

Pumpkin spice donuts are just as welcome at breakfast as they are with an afternoon cup of coffee.

• Drizzle with the pumpkin cream cheese frosting and garnish with an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
• Serve alongside hot coffee, chai tea, or a homemade pumpkin spice latte.
• Pair with Greek yogurt and fresh berries for a balanced breakfast.
• Pack one as an easy grab-and-go snack.
• Arrange them on a fall brunch board with fresh fruit, hard-boiled eggs, and nuts.
• Warm leftovers for a few seconds in the microwave before serving.

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