Ingredients with Measurements:
-1 cup all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1/2 teaspoon baking soda
-1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
-1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
-1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/2 cup granulated sugar
-1/4 cup vegetable oil
-1 large egg
-1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
-1/4 cup milk
Special Equipment Needed:
-Doughnut pan
-Mixing bowl
-Whisk
-Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, egg, pumpkin puree, and milk until combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a doughnut comes out clean.
7. Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees F
Serving Size: Makes 6 doughnuts
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
-Vegetable oil can be substituted with melted coconut oil or butter.
-Milk can be substituted with almond milk or oat milk.
Variations:
-For a sweeter doughnut, add 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the batter.
-For a spicier doughnut, add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves to the batter.
-For a chocolatey doughnut, add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the batter.
Tips and Tricks:
-Make sure to not overfill the doughnut pan, as the doughnuts will rise and overflow.
-If the doughnuts are sticking to the pan, run a butter knife around the edges to loosen them.
Storage Instructions:
Store the doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the doughnuts in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Presentation Ideas:
-Dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar for a simple presentation.
-Drizzle the doughnuts with melted chocolate for a decadent presentation.
Garnishes:
-Chopped nuts
-Coconut flakes
-Sprinkles
Pairings:
-Coffee
-Hot chocolate
-Apple cider
Suggested Side Dishes:
-Fruit salad
-Yogurt parfait
-Oatmeal
Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the doughnuts are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to the batter.
-If the doughnuts are too dense, add a teaspoon of baking powder to the batter.
Food Safety Advice:
-Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid any risk of salmonella.
-Make sure to store the doughnuts in an airtight container to prevent them from going stale.
Food History:
Doughnuts have been around since the 19th century and were originally fried in oil. Baked doughnuts are a more recent invention and are a healthier alternative to traditional doughnuts.
Flavor Profiles:
These doughnuts have a sweet and spicy flavor from the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Serving Suggestions:
These doughnuts are best served warm with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
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