Jalapeno Pumpkin Cornbread Donuts

Jalapeno peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as capsaicin, which is known to have various health benefits including pain relief and boosting metabolism.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Jalapeno Pumpkin Cornbread Donuts

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Appetizer, Bakery, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 Jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 3 tablespoon Unsalted butter, melted
• ¹⁄₄ cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and minced jalapeno pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
7. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
9. Dip each donut into the hot oil, frying for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown.
10. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
11. Serve the jalapeno pumpkin cornbread donuts warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 10g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.