These Mediterranean Pumpkin Donuts have a soft and moist texture. We prepare these baked donuts with pumpkin purée, whole wheat pastry flour, Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, honey, eggs, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and optional walnuts. These baked donuts contain approximately 20 g net carbs and 185 calories. We bake these donuts in just 33 minutes. These donuts are perfect for fall baking, family gatherings, weekend breakfasts, afternoon tea, lunchboxes, and healthier dessert options. We refrigerate these donuts for more than 5 days and freeze them for three months, so you could prepare them beforehand. You can pair these donuts with roasted nuts, herbal tea, or a hot cup of coffee.
STATS:
- Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Calories: 185 Kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Cooking Method: Baked
- Servings: 12 donuts
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total Time: 33 minutes
TOOLS:
- Donut pan
- Bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Piping bag
- Cooling rack
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ cups pastry flour
- Baking powder, one tsp.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 2 eggs
- â…“ cup olive oil
- â…“ cup honey
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- Vanilla extract, one tsp.
- Two tbsp. orange zest
- 2 tablespoons walnuts
OPTIONAL GLAZE:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
PUMPKIN PURÉE:
- We use plain pumpkin purée to give these donuts their soft texture, natural sweetness, and rich pumpkin flavor. You might utilize butternut squash purée or sweet potato purée as per your preference.
WHOLE WHEAT PASTRY FLOUR:
- Whole wheat pastry flour gives these donuts a soft and tender crumb while adding extra fiber. As a replacement, you can use regular flour.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt adds moisture, creaminess, and protein to the donuts. Instead, you can use plain yogurt, skyr, sour cream, or dairy-free yogurt.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil keeps the donuts moist and adds healthy Mediterranean fats. You may also use avocado oil or melted coconut oil.
HONEY:
- Honey naturally sweetens the donuts and keeps them soft. Utilize maple syrup or agave syrup as another option.
EGGS:
- Eggs help bind the ingredients together and create a light, fluffy texture. Instead, you can use flax eggs or an egg replacer.
ORANGE ZEST:
- Orange zest adds a fresh citrus aroma and brightens the pumpkin flavor. We may use lemon zest as a different choice.
WALNUTS:
- Walnuts provide a crunchy texture and healthy fats. Alternatively, you can use pecans, almonds, pistachios, or simply leave them out.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, grease the donut pan and warm the oven to 350°F.
- Mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, baking soda, cloves, and salt in a bowl.
- Blend the pumpkin puree, eggs, orange zest, olive oil, honey, vanilla, and Greek yogurt in a different dish.
- Then mix well both mixtures and fill the donut cavity three-quarters full.
- We bake the donuts for 18 minutes, then cool the pan for about five minutes.
- Include the pan in the rack and mix the glaze components.
- Lastly, drizzle glaze on cooled donuts and serve.
TIPS:
- You can toast the walnuts for additional flavor.
- We utilize neutral-temperature elements.
- Pour the donut batter into the pan equally.
- Fully cool the donuts and then apply glaze to them.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAKFAST PAIRINGS:
- Greek Yogurt Parfait
- Fresh Berry Salad
- Scrambled Eggs
- Cottage Cheese Bowl
- Honey Citrus Fruit
BRUNCH FAVORITES:
- Spinach Feta Omelet
- Mediterranean Veggie Frittata
- Smoked Salmon Platter
- Avocado Toast
- Roasted Breakfast Potatoes
HEALTHY SNACKS:
- Mixed Nuts
- Apple Slices
- Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
- Fresh Orange Segments
- Vanilla Greek Yogurt
HOT BEVERAGES:
- Freshly Brewed Coffee
- Cappuccino
- Chai Tea
- Herbal Tea
- Cinnamon Latte
DESSERTS:
- Greek Yogurt with Honey
- Baked Apples
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Dark Chocolate Squares
- Cinnamon Whipped Cream
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these donuts in a closed box and stock them for a minimum of five days.
FREEZER:
- Store the unglazed donuts for as long as three months.
FAQS:
Does this recipe contain gluten?
- No, if you use gluten-free 1:1 baking flour.
Is canned pumpkin good to include in these donuts?
- Yes, you may use 100% pumpkin puree in the recipe as per your choice.
How to make this recipe vegan?
- You may use vegan yogurt to get the desired version.
Why do I feel the donuts are dense?
- Avoid overmixing or adding too much flour to keep them fresh and soft.
Can I prepare the batter early?
- Yes, you may chill the batter in the refrigerator for 12 hours, then bake when needed.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 185
Sodium: 170 mg
Net Carbs: 20 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 10 g
Fat: 9 g
Protein: 5 g
Serving Size: 1 donut
Total Carbs: 23 g