Soft baked pumpkin donuts are filled with fall spices, and topped with a creamy maple-cinnamon cream cheese frosting. A healthier alternative to fried donuts that is easy to prepare, and fun to make with kids!
Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Grease a standard donut pan and set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt and spices. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, beat eggs lightly, and mix in brown sugar, stirring until no lumps remain. Stir in the pumpkin, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Mix the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until smooth.
Spoon into the greased donut pan, filling ⅔ full.
Bake for 8-11 minutes, until donuts spring back to the touch.
Cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost when cooled.
Maple-Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl, beat until smooth.
Notes
Do not frost donuts until just before eating. Donuts will keep in a sealed container for up to three days, while frosting will keep in the refrigerator.