Air Fryer Pumpkin Donut Holes (Printer-Friendly)

Delight in soft pumpkin donut holes with a cinnamon sugar finish, baked quickly in an air fryer for autumn treats.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Donut Holes

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup brown sugar
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
05 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 3/4 cup pumpkin purée
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1/3 cup whole milk
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

11 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
12 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
13 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt in a medium bowl until evenly blended.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin purée, egg, whole milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain tenderness.
04 - Scoop spoonfuls of batter into evenly sized rounds onto a parchment-lined or lightly greased tray.
05 - Heat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C) before cooking.
06 - Arrange donut holes in a single layer with slight spacing. Cook in batches for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and puffed.
07 - While warm, brush donut holes with melted butter, then roll evenly in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon measure for uniform donut holes to ensure even cooking.
02 - Lightly cook pumpkin purée on medium heat before mixing to intensify its flavor.
03 - Line the air fryer basket with perforated parchment paper to prevent sticking.
04 - Roll donut holes in cinnamon sugar immediately after buttering to ensure even coating adherence.
05 - Making your own pumpkin spice with fresh nutmeg and cinnamon enhances aroma and taste.

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