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Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes

Delicious and nutritious pumpkin donut holes that are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar for rolling
  • 1 tsp cinnamon for rolling

Method
 

Prepare the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, honey, egg, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Form Donut Holes
  1. Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Prepare Topping
  1. While the donut holes are baking, mix the coconut sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Coat Donut Holes
  1. Once baked, let the donut holes cool for a few minutes, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Serve
  1. Enjoy your healthy pumpkin donut holes warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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