Description
These Paleo Pumpkin Donut Holes are a delightful treat with a moist texture and a perfect balance of spices. Made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour and coconut sugar, they’re ideal for a quick snack or a healthy breakfast option. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that’s easy to prepare and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup (75 grams) finely ground blanched almond flour
- 1/2 cup (66 grams) coconut flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs 50 grams each out of shell, room temperature
- 7 tablespoons (98 grams) refined coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) canned pumpkin puree
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (67 grams) coconut sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F and line a mini muffin pan with 24 muffin liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: almond flour, coconut flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, melted coconut oil or butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, pumpkin puree, and vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Distribute the batter evenly into the muffin liners, filling them almost to the top. You might have enough for an additional six donut holes.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely on a wire rack. They should rest for at least an hour before serving for the best texture.
- When ready to serve, mix ground cinnamon with sugar in a small bowl. Carefully remove the liners and roll the donut holes in the cinnamon sugar. To prevent the sugar from liquefying, roll them in the mix no more than 8 hours before serving.
- Store the donut holes in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Notes
For best flavor and texture, allow the donut holes to rest for at least an hour before serving.
Rolling in cinnamon sugar should be done shortly before serving for optimal crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut hole
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg