Name: Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Maple Icing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 33 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups blanched almond flour; 1/4 cup arrowroot flour (or tapioca); 1 tsp baking soda; 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp fine grain sea salt; 2 large eggs; 1 cup organic pumpkin puree (drained on paper towels); 2/3 cup coconut sugar (or maple sugar); 1/4 cup melted coconut oil; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1 Tbsp ghee (butter or palm shortening, soft); 1 1/4 cups powdered maple sugar (blended before measuring); 1 Tbsp almond milk; 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1/8 tsp fine sea salt

Ingredients

2 cups blanched almond flour

1/4 cup arrowroot flour (or tapioca)

1 tsp baking soda

2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp fine grain sea salt

2 large eggs

1 cup organic pumpkin puree (drained on paper towels)

2/3 cup coconut sugar (or maple sugar)

1/4 cup melted coconut oil

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 Tbsp ghee (butter or palm shortening, soft)

1 1/4 cups powdered maple sugar (see note below)

1 Tbsp almond milk

1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/8 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9-well donut pan (silicone is preferred) with coconut oil spray.

Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, arrowroot flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined. Let the batter sit for 3-5 minutes to thicken.

Step 4: Transfer the batter into the donut pan wells using a spoon or a piping bag for neatness. You should fill all 9 wells for full-size donuts. Place the silicone pan on a baking sheet for easier handling.

Step 5: Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the donuts are puffed and set. A toothpick inserted should come out clean or with just a few crumbs.

Step 6: Remove from the oven and put the pan on a cooling rack. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully removing them to cool completely on the rack.

Step 7: To make the maple icing, sift or blend the powdered maple sugar before measuring. Whisk the powdered sugar with softened ghee (or butter/palm shortening), then slowly add almond milk, followed by vanilla extract and sea salt. Adjust thickness by adding more almond milk if too thick or more powdered sugar if too runny. Arrowroot or tapioca can also be added to thicken.

Step 8: Once the donuts are fully cooled, ice them as desired. Optionally, top with chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Store iced donuts at room temperature up to one day, or refrigerate to keep longer. Un-iced donuts can be refrigerated or frozen, then iced before serving. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Drain pumpkin puree on paper towels to remove excess moisture for better donut texture.

Use a piping bag to fill donut wells neatly and avoid messy edges.

For a nut-free option, substitute almond milk with oat or coconut milk.

Try adding chopped pecans or a dusting of cinnamon on top for extra flavor and texture.

Blend powdered maple sugar finely for a smoother icing texture.

Storage

Store iced donuts at room temperature for up to one day to keep them fresh and soft. For longer storage, refrigerate iced donuts for up to 4 days. Un-iced donuts can be stored in the refrigerator for a week or frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen donuts before icing and serving. Reheat gently if desired.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour?

Regular flour can be used, but it will change the texture and flavor significantly. Almond flour gives these donuts their moistness and nutty taste. If substituting, consider adjusting liquid ratios and baking time.

How do I make the powdered maple sugar?

To make powdered maple sugar at home, pulse granulated maple sugar in a blender or food processor until finely ground and powdery. This creates a smooth icing that mixes easily.