Best 3 Pumpkin Doughnut Drops Recipes

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Pumpkin doughnuts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed year-round. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack, and can be made with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste. The addition of pumpkin puree to the batter gives them a lovely moist texture and a festive autumn flavor, while the doughnuts themselves are light and fluffy. Whether you prefer them plain, glazed, or topped with your favorite frosting and sprinkles, pumpkin doughnuts are sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN DOUGHNUT DROPS



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I always have a few special treats handy when the grandchildren visit. These cake doughnuts are one of their favorite snacks. -Beva Staum, Muscoda, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large eggs
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
Oil for deep-fat frying
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and shortening until blended. Beat in pumpkin, vinegar and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, milk powder, baking powder, salt and spices. Add to egg mixture alternately with soda, beating after each addition. , In a deep cast-iron skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop teaspoonfuls of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Drain on paper towels. Roll in additional sugar while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PUMPKIN DOUGHNUT DROPS



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These are easy and yummy! Recipe is from The California Heritage Continues... cookbook. "Unusual and absolutely wonderful!"

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups flour
1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
3 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups ginger ale
oil (for frying)
1/2 cup sugar, for coating
1 teaspoon cinnamon, for coating

Steps:

  • Sift together the flour, dry milk, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar; then beat in the eggs.
  • Mix the pumpkin and vanilla.
  • Add the dry ingredients alternately with ginger ale, mixing well after each addition.
  • In a large heavy pan, heat 3 inches of oil to 375 degrees.
  • Drop batter 1 tablespoon at a time for each doughnut into hot oil. Cook 4-5 doughnuts at a time for about 2 minutes, turning to brown evenly. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain (paper bags work good for this).
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon in a paper bag and shake doughnuts in the bag to coat.
  • These are best served immediately, though they may be made a day ahead and reheated in a 450 degree oven for 5-6 minutes.

PUMPKIN DOUGHNUT DROPS



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Categories     Vegetable     Breakfast     Fry

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 13

13 c sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 c flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/3 c sugar
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp ginger
1 egg
1/2 c canned pumpkin
1/4 c milk
2 tsp oil
1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • First, combine sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and set aside. Next, combine in a medium bowl, flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Add to this mixture 1 egg (beaten), canned pumpkin, milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir until mixture is moist. Heat vegetable oil to 375 degrees. Carefully drop mixture by level tablespoons into oil. Fry to golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels and roll in cinnamon sugar mixture.

Tips:

  • Prep ahead: Mixing the dry ingredients and cutting the butter into the mixture can be done ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. This saves time when you're ready to make the doughnuts.
  • Use a cookie scoop: A cookie scoop is the easiest way to portion the dough and ensure that all the doughnuts are the same size. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Make sure to leave enough space between the doughnuts in the pan so that they have room to expand. Otherwise, they will stick together and not cook evenly.
  • Flip the doughnuts halfway through cooking: This will help them cook evenly on both sides.
  • Don't overcook the doughnuts: They should be cooked until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overcooking will make them dry and tough.
  • Coat the doughnuts in cinnamon sugar while they are still warm: This will help the sugar stick to the doughnuts and give them a delicious crispy coating.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin doughnut drops are a delicious and easy-to-make fall treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. With their moist texture, pumpkin flavor, and cinnamon sugar coating, these doughnuts are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these pumpkin doughnut drops a try!

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