How long do baked donuts stay fresh?

They’re best within 2–3 days at room temperature, but can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.

How long does donut dough need to rest?

This batter doesn’t require resting, but you can refrigerate it overnight if needed.

They should spring back lightly when touched, and a toothpick inserted should come out clean.

Traditional donuts are fried for a crisp texture, but baking offers a lighter option with less oil and cleanup.

Soft, spiced Baked Pumpkin Donuts coated in warm cinnamon sugar. One bowl, quick bake, and cozy flavor in every bite. Perfect with coffee or tea.

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1/4 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

3/4 cup sugar

3/4 cup pumpkin puree

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1 cup all-purpose flour

For coating: 3 tablespoons sugar

For coating: 2 teaspoons cinnamon

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease donut pan.

2. Whisk oil, eggs, sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, salt, baking powder, and vanilla until combined.

3. Stir in flour until smooth and no dry spots remain.

4. Fill each donut mold about three quarters full.

5. Bake standard donuts for 15 to 17 minutes. For large donuts, bake 23 to 35 minutes, until they spring back.

6. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

7. Mix coating sugar and cinnamon in a large plastic bag.

8. Add warm donuts to the bag and gently shake to coat.

9. Cool completely before storing.

Avoid overfilling molds so donuts keep their shape.

Coat donuts while warm for best sugar adherence.

Batter can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.

Makes 12 standard 3 inch donuts or 6 large donuts.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.