Description
These Easy Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites are a deliciously spiced, fluffy treat perfect for fall snacking or cozy gatherings. Made with canned pumpkin puree and warm spices, they bake quickly into soft, golden bites that pair wonderfully with a dusting of powdered sugar or glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Other
- Cooking spray or a little oil, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures it’s nice and hot when your fritter bites go in! Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly with cooking spray or oil.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. This is where all the lovely warm flavors come together!
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg. Add the canned pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix it all until it’s smooth and creamy. No lumps, please!
- Create the Batter: Now, pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or spoon just until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix; a lumpy batter is just fine!
- Shape the Fritters: Using a spoon, drop small dollops of batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to leave about 1 inch of space between each one, as they’ll expand a little while baking.
- Bake Them Up: Pop the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. They should be lightly golden on the outside, and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean!
- Cool Down: Let the fritters cool slightly on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack. This helps them stay fluffy and not soggy.
- Add the Finishing Touches: If you’d like, sprinkle some powdered sugar on top or drizzle with a simple glaze for extra sweetness. Now they’re all set for you to enjoy!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay to keep the fritters tender.
- Use parchment paper or lightly grease your baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Feel free to add a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and a bit of milk or lemon juice for extra flavor.
- Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- These fritters can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave for a warm treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritter bites (approximately 90 grams)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: pumpkin fritters, baked pumpkin bites, easy pumpkin recipe, fall snacks, spiced pumpkin dessert
