Creme Filled Pumpkin Donut Holes

These delightful Creme Filled Pumpkin Donut Holes are a perfect fall treat. They are soft, pumpkin-spiced, and filled with a luscious creme filling that adds a burst of sweetness with every bite.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt

In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Do not overmix

Heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan or fryer to 350F 175C

Using a small scoop or spoon, drop small portions of the dough into the hot oil

Fry until golden brown, turning occasionally, about 2-3 minutes per batch

Remove the donut holes from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain and cool slightly

In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and pumpkin pie spice to make the creme filling

Once the donut holes have cooled slightly, use a piping bag or a small syringe to inject the creme filling into each donut hole

Dust the filled donut holes with powdered sugar if desired

Serve warm and enjoy