Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes Recipe
These Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes are a delicious and guilt-free treat perfect for autumn. Made with wholesome ingredients, these mini muffins are gluten-free and packed with the warm flavors of pumpkin spice.
- Author: Bennett
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 16 donut holes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup/ 27g coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup/ 125g pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon dairy-free milk
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 160C/350F and grease a mini muffin tray with coconut oil or non-stick spray.
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin, maple syrup, and vanilla. Add the coconut flour, spices, and baking powder, and mix until smooth.
- Fill the Muffin Holes: Fill 16 mini muffin holes with batter, about 3/4 full, and bake in the oven for approximately 15 minutes.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together melted coconut butter, maple syrup, and milk to create the glaze. Microwave for 30 seconds if needed to soften, stirring until well combined. Set aside.
- Glaze and Serve: Allow the donut holes to cool slightly, then dip each into the maple glaze and dust with coconut flour or powdered sugar for decoration.
Notes
- You can substitute the coconut flour with almond flour if preferred.
- For a sweeter glaze, add more maple syrup to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Donuts, Healthy Dessert, Gluten-Free Baking