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Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes

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These Healthy Pumpkin Donut Holes are soft, fluffy, and infused with pumpkin spice flavors, topped with a light maple glaze. They’re gluten-free, grain-free, paleo-friendly, nut-free, and made with wholesome ingredients—perfect for a healthier autumn treat.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 16 mini donut holes

Ingredients

1/4 cup coconut flour

2 large eggs

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp pumpkin spice

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp baking powder

2 tbsp melted coconut butter (for glaze)

2 tbsp maple syrup (for glaze)

12 tbsp dairy-free milk (for glaze)

Optional: coconut flour or powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 160°C / 350°F and grease a mini muffin tray with coconut oil or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add coconut flour, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and baking powder to the wet ingredients and stir until fully combined.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between 16 mini muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing melted coconut butter, maple syrup, and dairy-free milk. Microwave briefly if needed for a smooth consistency.
  7. Allow the donut holes to cool slightly, then dip each into the glaze. Optionally, dust with coconut flour or powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overbake to keep the donut holes moist.
  • For a keto version, replace maple syrup with monk fruit syrup.
  • Store unglazed donuts in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
  • These can be frozen (unglazed) for up to 2 months.
  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut hole
  • Calories: 65
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 2.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg