• Let’s whip up some fabulous homemade Dunkin’ style pumpkin donuts in your kitchen. You’ll be the star of any gathering!

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the donuts bake evenly and achieve that perfect soft texture.

Step 2: Prepare the Donut Pan

• Grease your donut pan lightly with cooking spray. This is a crucial step. You want those donuts to pop out effortlessly!

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

• In a large bowl, mix together the avocado oil, dark brown sugar, pumpkin puree, egg, vanilla essence, almond extract, and whole milk. Use a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients

• In another bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin spice, baking powder, and sea salt. This ensures all the dry ingredients are integrated evenly, which is key to avoid clumps later.

Step 5: Integrate the Mixtures

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; we’re looking for a batter that’s smooth but not overworked!

Step 6: Fill the Donut Pan

• Spoon or pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling them about halfway. This allows room for the donuts to rise without spilling over.

Step 7: Bake

• Place your filled donut pan in the preheated oven. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Your kitchen will start smelling fantastic, trust me.

Step 8: Cool and Glaze

• Once baked, let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. In the meantime, prepare your glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, pumpkin spice, heavy cream, and maple syrup until smooth.

Step 9: Dip and Enjoy

• Once cool, dip each donut into the glaze, ensuring every bit gets coated. Place back on the wire rack to let the glaze set up. Prepare for compliments!