Hey there, kitchies! If there’s one recipe that can instantly make your kitchen smell like fall in a bakery, it’s these Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Maple Glaze. They’re soft, fluffy, and loaded with cozy pumpkin spice flavors — perfect with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat.
The first time I made these, I left a batch on the counter to cool, and by the time I came back, my husband had already eaten two. Now they’ve become a little family tradition every fall — especially on those chilly weekends when we all crave something sweet without the guilt of deep frying.
The best part? They’re baked, not fried, so they’re a little lighter but still taste absolutely decadent with that dreamy maple glaze drizzled on top.
Why These Pumpkin Spice Donuts Are Your New Fall Obsession 🍂🍩
- Baked, not fried — healthier but still indulgent
- Ready in 25 minutes
- Fluffy and moist with real pumpkin
- Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves
- Drizzled with a homemade maple glaze
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 Donuts
Prep Time: 10 mins
Bake Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Donuts:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk (dairy or almond milk)
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Donuts
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or coconut oil.
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
3️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine:
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined — don’t overmix! The batter will be thick.
5️⃣ Fill the Donut Pan:
Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
6️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the donuts are fluffy and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Make the Maple Glaze 🍁
While the donuts cool, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk until smooth and pourable.
Once the donuts are completely cool, dip the tops into the glaze or drizzle on top.
Why You’ll Love These Donuts
- They stay moist for days
- The pumpkin flavor is perfectly balanced
- They taste like your favorite pumpkin spice latte… in donut form!
- The maple glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness
Substitutions & Variations
| Ingredient | Substitute |
|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | Gluten-Free 1:1 Flour |
| Coconut Oil | Butter or Vegetable Oil |
| Brown Sugar | Coconut Sugar |
| Maple Glaze | Cinnamon Sugar Coating |
Make a Healthier Version 🌿
- Use whole wheat flour or oat flour
- Swap brown sugar for coconut sugar
- Use almond milk and coconut oil for a dairy-free version
Why These Donuts Will Be Your Family’s New Fall Tradition 🍁
Every fall morning in our house starts with these donuts and a hot cup of coffee. They’re sweet, lightly spiced, and just the right amount of indulgent without feeling too heavy. My little one loves dunking them in warm milk — and I secretly stash a few for myself with my afternoon tea.
And there you have it!
Your cozy fall mornings just got even better. These Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Maple Glaze are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert — and they’ll make your whole house smell like a pumpkin spice candle.
If you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag us — I absolutely love seeing your kitchen creations!
Looking for more fall treats? Try these next:
👉 Banana Protein Muffins
👉 Pumpkin Balls with Date Fruits
👉 Ginger Pumpkin Fizz Mocktail
Categories: Dessert, Fall Recipes, Breakfast, Kid-Friendly
Tags: pumpkin spice, donuts, baked donuts, fall baking
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I make these without a donut pan?
Yes! You can bake the batter in a muffin tin — just increase the bake time to 18-20 minutes.
❓ Can I freeze these donuts?
Absolutely! Freeze without glaze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
❓ How long do these stay fresh?
They stay soft and moist for 3-4 days at room temperature in an airtight container.
❓ Can I make these vegan?
Yes! Use almond milk and swap the eggs for a flax egg.
❓ What other glaze flavors could I use?
Try a vanilla glaze, cinnamon sugar coating, or chocolate drizzle!
Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Maple Glaze 🎃🍁
Description
If there’s one recipe that can instantly make your kitchen smell like fall in a bakery, it’s these Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Maple Glaze.
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk (dairy or almond milk)
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or coconut oil.
2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
3️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine:
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined — don’t overmix! The batter will be thick.
5️⃣ Fill the Donut Pan:
Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
6️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the donuts are fluffy and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
