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Mouthwatering Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Doughnuts

Mouthwatering Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Doughnuts made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  • Start by preparing the doughnut batter.
  • In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and buttermilk.
  • Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients gently.
  • Prepare the cheesecake filling by beating the cream cheese to a smooth consistency.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the beat cream cheese.
  • Fill a piping bag with the cheesecake filling and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
  • Spoon tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, frying a few at a time.
  • Remove the doughnuts from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Once cooled, fill each doughnut with the cheesecake filling using the piping bag.
  • Serve immediately or dust with powdered sugar before serving.