1. Can I make these donuts without a donut pan?

Yes! If you don’t have a donut pan, you can use a mini muffin tin to make “donut holes.” Fill each cavity about three-quarters full and bake for 15–18 minutes . Roll in cinnamon sugar for an easy, bite-sized version.

2. Can I make these dairy-free or vegan?

Absolutely. Substitute coconut oil or vegan butter for regular butter and use almond milk or any plant-based milk. For eggs, swap each one with a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons warm water). The donuts will still turn out soft and flavorful.

3. Why did my gluten-free donuts turn out dense or gummy?

This usually happens when the batter is overmixed or too much flour is added. Whisk the ingredients just until combined, and always measure flour using the spoon-and-level method. Baking time can also affect texture don’t overbake.

4. Can I reduce the sugar in this recipe?

Yes. You can reduce each sugar (brown and white) by about 2 tablespoons without changing the texture. Just note that the donuts will be slightly less caramelized in flavor.

5. How do I keep my donuts soft after baking?

Let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container. If they dry out slightly, warm each donut in the microwave for 8–10 seconds to restore softness.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Donuts – Soft, Fluffy & Perfect for Fall

Name: Gluten-Free Pumpkin Donuts (Soft, Fluffy & Perfect for Fall)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1½ cups gluten-free 1:1 baking flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1½ cups pumpkin puree; 3 large eggs; ½ cup oil (vegetable or coconut); ½ cup brown sugar; ½ cup white sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ¼ cup white sugar + 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for topping); ¾ cup brown sugar (for glaze); ¼ cup milk or almond milk; 1 tablespoon butter; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1½ cups powdered sugar

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Donuts (Soft, Fluffy & Perfect for Fall)

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Soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced Gluten-Free Pumpkin Donuts that bake up beautifully in under 45 minutes. These cozy fall treats are topped with cinnamon sugar or brown sugar glaze for a warm, bakery-style finish.

Author: Emily Parker
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Yield: 12 donuts 1x
Category: Breakfast, Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1½ cups gluten-free 1:1 baking flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

¼ teaspoon salt

1½ cups pumpkin puree

3 large eggs

½ cup oil (vegetable or coconut)

½ cup brown sugar

½ cup white sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ cup white sugar + 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for topping)

¾ cup brown sugar (for glaze)

¼ cup milk or almond milk

1 tablespoon butter

¼ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1½ cups powdered sugar

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease two 6-cavity donut pans.

2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.

3. In another bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, both sugars, and vanilla until smooth.

4. Add dry ingredients to wet and whisk until just combined.

5. Pipe or spoon batter into donut pans, filling each about ¾ full.

6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack. Coat with cinnamon sugar or glaze when cooled.

Notes

Use a quality gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for best texture.

For vegan donuts, substitute flax eggs and plant-based milk.

Freeze plain donuts for up to 3 months and glaze after thawing.

These donuts are soft, spiced, and perfect for cozy fall mornings.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 190
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Find it online: https://www.flavourrecipe.com/gluten-free-pumpkin-donuts/