Pumpkin Doughnut Drops
Celebrate the cozy flavors of fall with these irresistibly light and fluffy Pumpkin Doughnut Drops! Featuring a perfectly spiced batter made with real pumpkin puree and a hint of pumpkin pie spice, these bite-sized treats are fried to golden perfection and generously coated in cinnamon sugar. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, these doughnut drops are an easy homemade indulgence for autumn gatherings or a family-friendly dessert. Serve them warm for an extra treat—they’re melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Perfect for pumpkin lovers, these deep-fried delights are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Pumpkin pie spice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Canned pumpkin puree
- 0.25 cups Whole milk
- 1 large Egg
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cups Cinnamon sugar (for coating)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing; the batter should be thick and slightly sticky.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain a consistent temperature.
Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter into the hot oil. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the doughnut drops for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and puffed. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While still warm, roll the doughnut drops in cinnamon sugar until evenly coated.
Serve warm and enjoy! These are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.6 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
