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    Home » Holiday recipes » Gluten free Pumpkin Donuts

    Gluten free Pumpkin Donuts

    Published: Nov 3, 2022 by Amanda · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This gluten free pumpkin donuts recipe is full of those fall flavors and makes the perfect fall breakfast, brunch, or snack. As they are baked they have a soft cakey texture and are made in under 30 minutes!

    Gluten free Pumpkin donuts stacked beside a donut with a bite out of it.

    When fall begins I start to crave all things pumpkin just like my gluten free chocolate chip pumpkin bread I love these gluten free baked pumpkin donuts on a crisp morning with a hot cup of coffee.

    This pumpkin doughnuts recipe was inspired by my gluten free baked donuts and gluten free pumpkin cake and through testing found the perfect balance between them both.

    Jump to:
    • Why we love this recipe
    • Ingredients Notes
    • Substitutions & Variations
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • 💭 Gluten Free Baking
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More gluten free Pumpkin recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    Why we love this recipe

    • Baked donuts - soft and fluffy donuts that are baked not fried resulting in a cake donut texture.
    • Made in under 30 minutes - you will be enjoying these donuts in no time as they are so quick and easy to make.
    • Gluten free & Dairy Free - uses only gluten-free and dairy-free ingredients.
    • Fall flavors - With the perfect blend of spices that just complement the pumpkin flavor.
    • Choice of finish - Maple glaze or cinnamon sugar-coated donuts both compliment the pumpkin flavor perfectly.

    Ingredients Notes

    Labeled ingredients for gluten free pumpkin doughnuts.
    •  Gluten free All purpose flour - Known as Gluten free plain flour in the UK. See my baking tips below for the gluten free flour blend I used when making this recipe.
    • Sugar - This makes the donuts light, gives moisture, and adds sweetness to the donuts. I used fine white sugar (caster sugar) but granulated sugar will also work well.
    • Baking powder & Baking soda - Acts as a leavening and rising agent by reacting to heat. Making the baked donuts light and rise well.
    • Fall Spices - Full of fall spices that pair really well with the flavor of the pumpkin Ground Cinnamon, Ground Nutmeg, and Allspice. If you prefer you could substitute the allspice with ground ginger or add it to the mix for extra flavor.
    • Oil - Vegetable oil or canola oil.
    • Eggs - Gives the baked doughnuts structure. always use eggs at room temperature.
    • Pumpkin Purée - this recipe will work with canned pumpkin puree and homemade pumpkin puree. Just be sure not to use pumpkin pie filling.
    • Vanilla extract - adds additional flavor to the pumpkin doughnuts.

    See the recipe card below for ingredients measurements.

    Substitutions & Variations

    • Cinnamon Sugar coated donuts - instead of a maple glaze you can mix together 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and brush the warm donuts with melted butter then coat with the cinnamon sugar.
    • Chopped nuts - Add some finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the top of the donuts before the glaze sets.
    • Double the recipe - this recipe is so adaptable and can be easily doubled to make more donuts for larger family gatherings.

    Step by Step Instructions

    Below is a brief step-by-step process with photos of how to make gluten free baked pumpkin donuts. See the recipe card below for more detailed recipe instructions.

    Dry ingredients for pumpkin doughnuts in a clear bowl with a whisk.

    Step 1: In a large bowl mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, xanthan gum, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, then set aside.

    Wt ingredients for baked donuts in a clear bowl with a whisk.

    Step 2: In a medium-sized bowl mix together oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. 

    Gluten free pumpkin donuts cake batter in a cleat bowl with a whisk.in

    Step 3:Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until a smooth batter is free of any lumps.

    Hand holding Pumpkin doughnut batter in a piping bag on a white background.

    Step 4: To make it easier to fill the donut pan spoon the pumpkin donut batter into a piping bag. Make a small cut at the end of the piping bag.

    Piping donut batter into an orange donut baking mold.

    Step 5: Evenly divide the batter between the donut holes. Until they are around ¾ full. 

    Pumpkin donut batter in an orange donut mould baking tin on a white background.

    Step 6: Place in the oven to bake for approx 10-12 minutes until the donuts have risen. You can check with a small skewer or toothpick and if it comes out clean they are ready to be removed from the oven.

    Notes: I used a silicone donut baking sheet that made 3-inch doughnuts (Which can be found cheaply online if you don't find any at your local stores). This recipe can make 12 3-inch donuts or 6 standard-sized donuts the baking time will be slightly longer when using a larger donut pan. This recipe is easily doubled if you wish to make more.

    💭 Gluten Free Baking

    • Gluten Free Flour –  I used a Gluten free flour blend from Doves Farm Freee from range. Which is a flour blend of Rice, Potato, Tapioca, Maize, and Buckwheat flour. I have had reports that others have used King Arthur Flour Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour, Cup4Cup Gluten-Free Flour, Bob's Red Mill Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour, with my recipes.
    • Kitchen Scales - Using digital scales is recommended when baking. I always measure using scales and grams as baking is a science. When baking gluten-free it is essential to weigh out ingredients to get the best results! There is no need to purchase expensive digital scales and you can find them available cheaply online. (Although for small amounts I will use spoon measurements)
    • Oven Temperatures - Your oven temperature may be slightly different. As all ovens vary in temperature and the baking time is used as a guide. Some ovens run hotter than others. You could invest in an oven thermometer to be more accurate.
    Pumpkin donuts with maple glaze on a cooling rack with the middle doughnut having a bite from it.

    Recipe FAQs

    How to store

    Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Can I make this recipe in advance?

    Yes, You can make the pumpkin donuts in advance and store them in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.

    Can I freeze baked pumpkin donuts?

    Yes, Once cooled store them in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. I recommend freezing without the glaze as the frosting may crack when frozen. Once thawed add the glaze.

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    📖 Recipe

    Gluten free Pumpkin donuts stacked beside a donut with a bite out of it.

    Gluten free Pumpkin Donuts

    This gluten free pumpkin donuts recipe is full of those fall flavors and makes the perfect fall breakfast, brunch, or snack. As they are baked they have a soft cakey texture and are made in under 30 minutes!
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 mini donuts
    Calories: 219kcal

    Nutritional information is meant as a guideline and all information is approximate.

    Author: Amanda
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    Equipment

    • Donut baking pan

    Ingredients

    Gluten free Pumpkin donuts

    • 150 grams Gluten free All purpose flour AKA gluten free plain flour in the UK
    • ¼ teaspoon Xanthan gum Omit if the flour blend already contains Xanthan gum
    • 100 grams Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Some brands of baking powder may have ingredients that contain gluten. Always be sure to check the label.
    • ¼ teaspoon Baking soda AKA Bicarbonate of soda. Some brands of may have ingredients that contain gluten. Always be sure to check the label.
    • ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground allspice
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • 120 ml Oil Vegetable oil or canola oil
    • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
    • 100 grams Pumpkin Purée not pumpkin pie filling
    • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract

    Maple glaze

    • 100 grams Powdered sugar sieved
    • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
    • 1 tablespoon Milk Use dairy free milk if required

    Instructions

    How to make gluten free pumpkin donuts

    • Preheat the oven to 170°C/325°F/Gas mark 3.
    • Lightly grease the donut baking pan with a little butter or with non-stick cooking spray.
    • In a large bowl mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, xanthan gum, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, then set aside.
    • In a medium-sized bowl mix together oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. 
    • Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until a smooth batter is free of any lumps.
    • Evenly divide the batter between the donut holes. Until they are around ¾ full. This can be done with a spoon. I find it easier to use a piping bag.
    • Place in the oven to bake for approx 10-12 minutes until the donuts have risen. You can check with a small skewer or toothpick and if it comes out clean they are ready to be removed from the oven.
    • Place the pumpkin doughnuts on a rack to cool.

    How to make the maple glaze

    • Once the donuts have cooled make the glaze.
    • Sieve powdered sugar into a medium-sized bowl. Add in the maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until it resembles a smooth paste
    • Holding the donut carefully dip it into the glaze and then rest it on parchment paper. Cover with chopped nuts or sprinkles while the glaze is still wet if desired.
    • Repeat with each donut and leave them to set until serving.

    Notes

    Donut pan: I used a silicone donut baking sheet that made 3-inch doughnuts (Which can be found cheaply online if you don't find any at your local stores). This recipe can make 12 3-inch donuts or 6 standard-sized donuts the baking time will be slightly longer when using a larger donut pan. This recipe is easily doubled if you wish to make more.
    • Cinnamon Sugar coated donuts - instead of a maple glaze you can mix together 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and brush the warm donuts with melted butter then coat with the cinnamon sugar.
    • Chopped nuts - Add some finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the top of the donuts before the glaze sets.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.6g | Protein: 5.6g | Fat: 13.2g | Saturated Fat: 2.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.4g | Cholesterol: 150.7mg | Sodium: 174.1mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 8.7g

    Disclaimer

    Nutritional information is meant as a guideline and is always an approximate calculation. Recipes may include information of various products used. It is your responsibility to check that ingredients you use when making a recipe are gluten free.

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