Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts Recipe | The Next Recipes

These Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts are soft, spiced, and topped with a luscious maple glaze and crunchy pecans. An easy homemade fall donut recipe from The Next Recipes that’s baked, not fried — perfect for cozy mornings and holiday brunches.

Introduction

There’s something irresistible about fall baking — the warm spices, sweet maple aroma, and golden autumn colors that fill your kitchen. And nothing captures that magic quite like these Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts.

Soft, moist, and baked (not fried!), these homemade pumpkin donuts are packed with cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, balanced perfectly by the sweetness of a silky maple glaze and the crunch of toasted pecans.

Whether you’re sipping coffee on a crisp fall morning or planning a festive dessert for Thanksgiving brunch, this maple pumpkin donut recipe delivers bakery-style flavor right from your own oven.

Ingredients List

You’ll love how simple and wholesome these ingredients are. Here’s what you’ll need to make your Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts:

For the Donuts:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional for deeper spice)
• ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• ⅓ cup milk (any kind)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Maple Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon milk (adjust for thickness)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For Topping:

• ½ cup chopped pecans (toasted for extra flavor)

Preparation Instructions

These pumpkin donuts are as easy as they are delicious — no frying, no mess, just mix, bake, and glaze!

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan or spray it with non-stick cooking spray.

This ensures your baked donuts release easily and keep their perfect shape.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
These spices are the heart of this recipe — giving the pumpkin donuts that classic fall warmth.

Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
Whisk until smooth and creamy — this is where the moisture and flavor begin to build.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Don’t overmix — you want soft, tender donuts.

The batter will be thick and aromatic, with that perfect pumpkin spice scent.

Step 5: Fill the Donut Pan

Transfer the batter into a piping bag or ziplock bag with a corner cut off. Pipe the batter evenly into the donut cavities, filling each about ¾ full.

Step 6: Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.

Step 7: Make the Maple Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust with more milk if the glaze is too thick.

This maple glaze gives your donuts that irresistible sweetness and sheen, tying together the pumpkin spice and pecan crunch.

Step 8: Glaze and Garnish

Once the donuts are cool, dip the tops into the maple glaze, then sprinkle with chopped toasted pecans.

Let them sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the glaze to set (if you can resist eating them right away).

The combination of soft pumpkin spice, rich maple sweetness, and nutty pecan crunch makes these donuts simply unforgettable.

Serving Suggestions

These Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts are versatile and can be enjoyed any time of day:

• Serve warm with a cup of coffee or chai latte for a cozy fall breakfast.
• Add them to your Thanksgiving brunch table for a homemade treat everyone will love.
• Pair with vanilla ice cream or caramel drizzle for a decadent dessert.
• Pack them for a picnic, snack, or holiday party platter.

Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or the next day (they stay moist!), these donuts are a guaranteed hit.

Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts

These Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts are soft, spiced, and bursting with cozy fall flavors. Each bite combines the warmth of pumpkin spice with sweet maple glaze and a nutty pecan crunch. Baked (not fried!) and made with simple ingredients, these donuts are the perfect autumn breakfast, brunch, or dessert treat you’ll want all season long.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 12 Servings

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, bakry, fall racipe

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Donuts
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• ¾ cup pumpkin purée not pumpkin pie filling
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the Maple Glaze
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 –2 tbsp milk as needed for consistency
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• For Topping
• ½ cup chopped toasted pecans

Equipment

• Donut pan (standard 12-count)
• Mixing bowls (large and medium)
• Whisk
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Spatula
• Cooling rack
• Small saucepan (for glaze)

Method

 

1. Preheat Oven
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-count donut pan.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
5. Mix Wet Ingredients
6. In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, both sugars, eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
7. Combine
8. Add dry ingredients to wet and stir until just combined — do not overmix.
9. Fill Donut Pan
10. Spoon or pipe batter into the pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
11. Bake
12. Bake 14–16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
13. Make Maple Glaze
14. Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth.
15. Glaze & Top
16. Dip cooled donuts into the glaze, then sprinkle with chopped pecans. Let set for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For richer flavor, use real maple syrup in the glaze — not pancake syrup.

Toasted pecans add crunch and deepen the nutty flavor.

These donuts keep well for 2–3 days in an airtight container at room temp.

You can freeze unglazed donuts up to 2 months and glaze them fresh.

Add a pinch of clove or allspice for extra autumn spice depth.

Tips & Variations

• No donut pan? Use a mini muffin pan for adorable pumpkin donut holes.
• Healthier version: Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour and use coconut oil instead of butter.
• Add crunch: Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts directly into the batter for added texture.
• Want extra flavor? Drizzle a little salted caramel sauce over the glaze for a rich twist.
• Make ahead: Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5.

FAQ

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These Delicious Maple Pecan Pumpkin Donuts bring together everything you love about fall — warm spices, pumpkin sweetness, nutty crunch, and a silky maple glaze that melts in your mouth.

They’re easy to make, baked to perfection, and ideal for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave a cozy homemade treat. With every bite, you’ll taste the comforting balance of sweet, soft, and spiced — just what autumn baking is all about.

So, preheat your oven, grab your donut pan, and bring a little fall magic into your kitchen today. Once you taste these maple pecan pumpkin donuts, you’ll be making them again and again.

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