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Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites Recipe

Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites Recipe
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These Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites are a delightful autumn treat featuring tender, lightly spiced pumpkin batter baked to golden perfection in mini muffin tins. Perfectly sweetened and dusted with powdered sugar, they offer a healthier twist on traditional fried fritters with a moist, cakey texture that’s ideal for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Serving

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Whisk these together until evenly blended.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, large egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently just until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix to ensure tender fritters.
  5. Fill the Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan wells, filling each about three-quarters full for optimal rise and baking.
  6. Bake the Bites: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Dust: Allow the pumpkin fritter bites to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve warm for the best taste.

Notes

  • Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best flavor and texture.
  • Mini muffin pans yield bite-sized fritters perfect for parties or snacks.
  • Dust with powdered sugar just before serving to keep the sugar from melting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • These fritters can be gently reheated in the oven or microwave before serving.

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