Pumpkin and Cinnamon Doughnuts

Pumpkin and cinnamon doughnuts are delicious treats that are perfect for fall, but can be enjoyed all year round. Here is the recipe, with an Italian twist:

Ingredients

• 250 g of cooked and blended pumpkin
• 300 g of type 00 flour
• 100 g of granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
• 1 egg
• 50 g of sunflower seed oil
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch of nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 pinch of salt

Preparation

1. Start by preheating the oven to 180 °C.
2. In a bowl, mix the blended pumpkin with sugar, oil, and the egg until you have a smooth mixture.
3. Separately, sift the flour with the baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until you get a soft and workable dough.
5. Form small balls with the dough, then flatten them slightly and create a hole in the center to give them the typical doughnut shape.
6. Sprinkle the doughnuts with a bit of granulated sugar.
7. Place the doughnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until they become slightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Curiosity

Did you know that pumpkin is a very appreciated ingredient in Italian pastry? Widely used especially during the Halloween period and in the fall, it originates from the Americas but has been promptly adopted in Italian cuisine, which uses it in many ways, from first courses to desserts. Spices like cinnamon and nutmeg enhance its flavor and make it irresistible in preparations like these doughnuts.

Enjoy your meal and have fun experimenting with this autumnal recipe that’s perfect at any time of the year!