Description
Delight in these Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites, a perfect fall treat combining warm pumpkin pie spices and a light glaze. These mini muffins are baked to golden perfection and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, making them an ideal snack or dessert for autumn gatherings or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2+ Tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 24-cup mini muffin pans with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until evenly combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted and cooled butter, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth. Stir in the pure pumpkin until fully blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the wet pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Fill Muffin Pans: Using a heaping tablespoon, scoop the batter into each greased mini muffin cup evenly, filling about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Place the muffin pans in the oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until the fritters are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool the Fritters: Remove the pans from the oven and allow the fritters to cool slightly before transferring them to a cookie rack placed over a sheet pan to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar with enough milk (start with 2 tablespoons and add more if needed) to create a smooth, pourable glaze.
- Glaze the Fritters: Drizzle the glaze over the tops of the cooled fritters and allow it to set before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the glaze is set, serve the pumpkin fritter bites warm or at room temperature and enjoy their sweet, spiced flavor.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure a light texture.
- Use pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best flavor and consistency.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the milk slightly.
- These fritters can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Mini muffin pans with 24 cups each are used to make bite-sized fritters.
- You can sprinkle additional cinnamon or powdered sugar on top for extra decoration.
