Pumpkin Spice Donut Holes

• flour8¾ oz
• sugar5¼ oz
• baking powder2 teaspoon
• pumpkin pie spice2 teaspoon
• salt1 teaspoon
• pumpkin puree10 oz
• egg1
• melted butter2 tablespoon
• oil0
• sugar5¼ oz
• pumpkin pie spice3 tablespoon

Instructions

1. 1

   Note: make your own pumpkin pie spice by mixing together 2 tablespoons cinnamon, 1 tablespoon ginger, 1 tablespoon nutmeg, and ½ tablespoon cloves; use 2 teaspoons in the dough and 3 tablespoons for the topping mixture.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, egg, and melted butter.

4. 4

   Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with rubber spatula until fully incorporated.

5. 5

   Heat the oil in a large, high-walled pan untilt he temperature reaches 325˚F (160˚C).

6. 6

   While oil is heating, use your hands to shape and roll the pumpkin dough into balls. (Greasing your hands with oil will make this process much easier).

7. 7

   Fry the dough balls in the hot oil until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. (For best results, fry only 3-4 at a time).

8. 8

   Make the topping: In a large bowl, mix together the sugar and pumpkin pie spice.

9. 9

   Drain the donut holes on a paper towel, then immediately transfer to the bowl of pumpkin pie spice-sugar mix.

10. 10

    Gently toss to coat.

11. 11

    Enjoy!