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Fall in love with Pumpkin Crullers with Caramelized Maple Glaze
Fall in love with these pumpkin crullers with caramelized maple glaze. This recipe is done in deep frying and made with a handful of ingredients that can be substituted for vegan. These light and airy pumpkin crullers will become your favorite comfort food during the fall or autumn season or even in on any occasion.
pumpkin crullers
As the days grow shorter and the leaves start to change color, autumn is in the air. This means that pumpkin season has arrived!
While pumpkin pies and pumpkin bread are fan favorites, there are other delicious Pumpkin Crullers With Caramelized Maple Glaze recipes to enjoy this season.
In this blog post, we will be sharing one of our favorite recipes for Pumpkin Crullers With Caramelized Maple Glaze. We hope you enjoy it!
You will “Fall” in love with Pumpkin Crullers
These homemade pumpkin crullers with caramelized maple glaze are decadent and delicious and will satisfy your tastebuds’ cravings. You will enjoy it on your table every weekend at gatherings or during the fall season. Here’s the reason why you will fall in love with them:
- They are filled with the flavor of pumpkins.
- The best breakfast option and for all occasions.
- Top with sweet caramelized maple.
- You will feel the cozy vibes of the autumn season after tasting these decadent homemade donuts.
homemade pumpkin crullers
Ingredients and their vegan substitution–optional
In this donut recipe, we use a lot of ingredients but they are affordable and some of the ingredients are already in your pantry. Below I will mention the vegan substitution that you may use. So what are they?
Choux Pastry
- Fresh pumpkin puree: it gives a healthy packed flavor, so don’t skip this part as they are the main ingredients.
- All-purpose flour: If you want to make this gluten-free simply use gluten-free flour available at Bobs Red Mill.
- Nutmeg: Use freshly grated.
- Ground cloves: These are the dried flower from the clove tree.
- Ground ginger and cinnamon: It gives a kick of spice flavor but will truly be a perfect combination.
- Brown sugar: Serve as your sweetener. If you preferred to use maple syrup, feel free to use it.
- Egg: If an egg is not your thing, alternatively use Aquafaba or flax seed.
- Peanut oil: For the deep frying.
- Butter and water: Served as backup ingredients.
Caramelized Maple Glaze
- Maple syrup: It is used as a glaze.
- Powdered sugar: You can use granulated sugar.
- Heavy cream or milk: Alternatively used non-dairy products, if desired.
- Cinnamon: Gives a natural flavor.
Ingredient Notes
- To make this vegan, simply substitute those ingredients I have mentioned along with the original ingredients. Please note that they are optional. If you are looking for a baking recipe that you can make vegan, this is definitely for you. Just simply follow the instructions—and there you have it!
What you will do?
Making these pumpkin crullers donut is a little bit tricky but it is fun to make. I made this easy-to-follow instruction to make it easy for you. You won’t regret making these pumpkin crullers as they are decadent and a healthy option for the fall or autumn season.
For The Pumpkin Crullers
- In a small bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Set them aside.
- Over medium-high heat, melt the butter with water, pumpkin puree, salt, and sugar.
- Combine the flour mixture with melted butter and continue to stir for at least 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and set them aside.
- In a large bowl with flour-butter mixture, beat the eggs one at a time till they completely combine.
- Transfer the choux pastry into a piping bag or pastry bag with a tiff-off on the side.
- On parchment paper, start piping the choux pastry to form a circle or crullers dough, then repeat.
- For the deep-fry option, heat the peanut oil in a large pot, and deep fry the prepared crullers till they are completely slightly brown.
- For the baked option, preheat the oven to 350°F and baked for at least 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F with peanut oil, fry the prepared crullers until they are completely slightly brown, and remove the
- Once cooked, transfer them to the wire rack and allow them to cool.
For The Caramelized Maple Glaze
- In a saucepan, boil the maple syrup for at least 5-6 minutes, then turn off the heat.
- In a large bowl with boiled maple syrup, mix the powdered sugar, heavy cream or milk, and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix well till completely smooth.
- Dunk and dip each of the prepared crullers, add milk or heavy cream if needed, or place in a microwave if desired.
- Allow the glaze to set on each cruller. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Don’t use imitation pancake syrup; use real maple syrup.
- If you are going to make a choux pastry in advance, cover and refrigerate for up to 2-3 days. In addition, you can pipe them in advance on parchment paper with plastic wrap.
making choux pastry
Pumpkin Crullers: FAQS
Just like them, if you have any questions about these pumpkin crullers with caramelized maple glaze leave a comment below and we will respond to you quickly. Below are the frequently asked questions that everyone will want to know about this recipe.
1. What are crullers donuts?
- Deep-fried doughnuts are known as crullers. It features a doughnut-like or light and airy pastry feel. They look different from traditional donuts; they are twisted.
2. What donut pans will I use in this recipe?
- You can use any nonstick donut pan. They will work on this recipe. If you don’t have donut pans, you can use a muffin tin with cooking spray.
3. How can I make this gluten-free?
- To make this gluten-free, simply substitute gluten flour with all-purpose flour. I highly recommend the Bob’s Red Mill brand, they produce organic products.
4. Can I prepare crullers in advance?
- In fact, crullers don’t keep their freshness for very long. So serve them within an hour after making these pumpkin crullers with caramelized maple glaze.
Recipe Suggestions
If you are addicted or a fan of homemade donuts try these Fruity Pebbles Donuts, Red Velvet Donuts, Strawberry Glazed Donuts, Bavarian Cream Donuts, Homemade Matcha Glazed Donuts, Fruity Pebbles Donuts, and 5 Delicious Baked Peach Donut Recipes. They are also easy to make, adaptable, and ref-friendly.
Hey, donut lovers! Try these pumpkin crullers with caramelized maple glaze they are easy to make no need to knead just mix the ingredients, grab the piping bag and form a choux pastry/crullers donuts then deep fry them. So easy right? Follow the recipe card and share your thoughts below in the comment section.
Oh, my gourd, pumpkin crullers!
Pumpkin Crullers With Caramelized Maple Glaze
Ingredients
Pumpkin Crullers:
- 8 oz all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon ground
- ½ tsp nutmeg ground and grated
- ¼ tsp cloves ground
- ¼ tsp ginger ground
- 8 oz water
- 4 oz butter diced
- 3 oz pumpkin purée
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 small eggs
- peanut oil for frying
Caramelized Maple Glaze:
- 8 oz maple syrup
- 1/2 cup sugar powdered
- 8 tbsp milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
For The Pumpkin Crullers:
- In a small bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Set them aside.
- Over medium-high heat, melt the butter with water, pumpkin puree, salt, and sugar.
- Combine the flour mixture into melted butter and continue to stir for at least 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and set them aside.
- In a large bowl with flour-butter mixture, beat the eggs one at a time till they completely combine.
- Transfer the choux pastry into a piping bag or pastry bag with a tiff-off on the side.
- On parchment paper, start piping the choux pastry to form a circle or crullers dough, then repeat.
- For the deep-fry option, heat the peanut oil in a large pot, and deep fry the prepared crullers till they are completely slightly brown.
- For the baked option, preheat the oven to 350°F and baked for at least 10-15 minutes.
- Once cooked, transfer to the wire rack and allow them to cool.
For The Caramelized Maple Glaze:
- In a saucepan, boil the maple syrup for at least 5-6 minutes, then turn off the heat.
- In a large bowl with boiled maple syrup, mix the powdered sugar, heavy cream or milk, and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix well till completely smooth.
- Dunk and dip each of the prepared crullers, add milk or heavy cream if needed, or place in a microwave if desired.
- Allow the glaze to set on each cruller. Enjoy!
Notes
- Don't use imitation pancake syrup; use real maple syrup.
- If you are going to make a choux pastry in advance, cover and refrigerate for up to 2-3 days. In addition, you can pipe them in advance in parchment paper with plastic wrap.
Nutrition
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- Key Lime Cheesecake: No kneading, just mixing method. Zest, is sweet, and delicious.
- Irish Shortbread: It requires 3 only recipes and is easy to prepare.
To Wrap It All Up
Fall is a great time to enjoy pumpkin-flavored treats and this recipe for Pumpkin Crullers with Caramelized Maple Syrup is perfect. This recipe can also be made vegan, so it is perfect for all occasions. Thanks for reading!
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