How to Make Glazed Pumpkin Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar Topping
Are you craving something sweet and festive? Look no further than glazed pumpkin donuts! Not only are they delicious, but they're also perfect for fall and Halloween. Here's a step-by-step guide to making these tasty treats at home.
Ingredients:
For the dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the glaze:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cinnamon sugar topping:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
Step 1: Start by making the dough. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cloves, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix together the applesauce, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 2: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 3: Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Use cookie cutters to cut out pumpkin shapes, or you can use a pumpkin-shaped biscuit cutter.
Step 4: Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches a temperature of around 350°F. Fry the pumpkin donuts for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they're golden brown and crispy.
Step 5: While the donuts are frying, make the glaze. In a large bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Once the donuts have cooled down, dip them into the glaze using a fork or a spoon. Make sure they're fully coated on both sides.
Step 7: In a shallow dish, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar topping.
Step 8: Roll each donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture, making sure they're coated on both sides. Serve immediately and enjoy these delicious glazed pumpkin donuts with a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate!