Pumpkin Rice Krispie Donuts with Maple Cinnamon Glaze Recipe
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These Pumpkin Rice Krispie Donuts combine the classic crispy texture of Rice Krispies treats with the seasonal flavor of pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice. Finished with a sweet maple cinnamon glaze, they make a delightful and festive no-bake treat perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a nostalgic dessert with a pumpkin twist.
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:12 servings
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
3 tablespoons butter
1 (10 oz) bag mini marshmallows
½ cup canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Pinch of salt
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Nonstick spray or butter (for hands and donut pan)
For the Maple Cinnamon Glaze:
¾ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk (more if needed to thin)
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the mini marshmallows and cook, stirring frequently, until they are mostly melted and smooth. Then add the canned pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Remove the pot from heat quickly before the mixture hardens.
Mix in Rice Krispies: Immediately fold the Rice Krispies cereal into the warm pumpkin marshmallow mixture, stirring gently but thoroughly so that all cereal pieces are evenly coated.
Shape the Donuts: Lightly coat a donut pan with nonstick spray or grease your hands with butter if shaping by hand. Press the warm pumpkin Rice Krispies mixture firmly and evenly into each mold cavity. Allow the donuts to cool completely in the pan; this will help them set properly and maintain their shape when removed.
Make the Maple Cinnamon Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the glaze is smooth and pourable. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk a teaspoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Glaze the Donuts: Once the donuts have cooled and set, dip the tops of each donut into the glaze or drizzle the glaze over them with a spoon. Place the glazed donuts on a flat surface and let the glaze set for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow it to firm up slightly.
Notes
Make sure to use canned pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling, as the latter contains added spices and sweeteners that will affect flavor and texture.
If the glaze is too thin, add more powdered sugar; if too thick, thin with extra milk gradually.
You can use food coloring if you want a more vibrant orange color, but it's optional.
If you don't have a donut pan, shape the mixture by hand into donut shapes and let them set on parchment paper.
Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days for best freshness.
