Made with a box of spice cake mix and topped with a buttery crumb topping and sweet glaze, these Pumpkin Glazed Donuts are baked in the oven using a donut pan.
They’re an easy fall treat that’s just as perfect for breakfast as they are for dessert—and another favorite to add to your collection of Easy Pumpkin Desserts.
Recipe at a Glance
- Prep: 10 min | Bake: 15 min | Difficulty: Easy
- What it is: Warm, pumpkin-spice donuts made with canned pumpkin and a spice cake mix, finished with a crumb topping of oats and brown sugar plus a light powdered sugar glaze.
- Why you’ll love it: Quick to mix, full of cozy fall flavor, and looks bakery-worthy without any extra effort.
- How to make it: Spoon the batter into a plastic bag, snip the corner, and pipe neatly into the donut pan. Bake until golden, top with the crumb mixture, and drizzle with glaze once cool.
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"The recipe was so easy to make. I love it when I need to make something quickly and can use an already on hand cake mix. This is a new favorite for the quick to take breakfast or something to go with coffee recipe."
~Scarlette
Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Tried, Loved, and Rated 5 Stars!
- Pumpkin Crumb Donut
- Recommended Kitchen Tools
- My Kitchen Tools Essentials
- What if I can't find a box of spice cake mix?
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Glaze for Donuts
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Storage & Serving Tips
- Recipe FAQ's
- Looking for more Donut Recipes?
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Pumpkin Crumb Donut
You’re going to love these baked Pumpkin Donuts because they tastes just like everyone’s favorite donut from Dunkin’ Donuts.
I think they're even better because of the buttery crumb topping and a sweet glaze that makes them irresistible.
Looking for more Easy Desserts for Fall? Try my Cake Mix Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies or my Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes.
Recommended Kitchen Tools
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What if I can't find a box of spice cake mix?
Lately it’s been hard to find spice cake mix in grocery stores. You can add the following spices to the dry mix of a vanilla or white cake mix:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon allspice or cloves
Duncan Hines Signature Spice Cake Mix 15.25 oz (pack of 2)
Ingredients You’ll Need
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Substitutions and Variations
- Cake Mix Options: This recipe uses spice cake mix, but yellow or white cake mix works too.
- Pumpkin Puree: Be sure to use pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Crumb Topping: Swap oats for chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
- Glaze: A powdered sugar glaze is classic, but maple or cream cheese glaze also pair beautifully with pumpkin.
- Muffin Pan: Don’t have a donut pan? Try my Pumpkin Muffins with Crumb Topping Recipe which is very similar to this one.
- Homemade Version: If you’re craving a from-scratch recipe, try my Copycat Dunkin’ Donuts Pumpkin Donuts for soft, spiced bakery-style donuts.
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section provides step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: In a bowl, combine your crumb topping ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or two knives, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside while you prepare the donut batter.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs and melted butter. Mix until combined.
Step 3: Fill a pastry bag or plastic bag with the batter and pipe it into a greased donut pan. Smooth the batter with a butter knife, then top each donut with a tablespoon of the crumb mixture.
Step 4: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Let cool slightly in the pan before removing them to a cooling rack.
Glaze for Donuts
Step 5: Combine the glaze ingredients together. Drizzle over the cooled donuts.
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO spoon the batter into a plastic bag or a pastry bag, snip off the corner, and pipe it into the donut pan for easy, mess-free filling.
❌ DO NOT overbake the donuts or they’ll turn out dry—watch closely and remove them once a toothpick comes out clean.
Storage & Serving Tips
Serving Tips: Drizzle with extra glaze before serving or sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Refrigerate: Store cooled donuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze donuts (without glaze) in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag or container for up to 2 months. Add glaze after thawing for best results.
Thaw and Reheat: Thaw at room temperature, then warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds or in a 300°F oven for a few minutes.
Recipe FAQ's
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The biggest problem is they're not completely baked. Donuts are completely baked when they begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.
Cake mix donuts are fully baked when they begin to pull away from the sides of the pan. The edges are lightly browned and the bounces back when touched.
Use a spoon or butter knife to gently go around the edge of the donut pan and underneath the donuts. Also, remember to generously spray your pan with non-stick cooking spray before baking to prevent the donuts from sticking.
Looking for more Donut Recipes?
- Glazed Chocolate Baked Donuts - easy homemade batter for a delicious chocolate donut.
- If you're looking for a fried donut recipe, try Easy Canned Biscuit Donuts topped with powdered sugar for a sweet treat.
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Pumpkin Glazed Donuts with Crumb Topping
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 1 15.25 oz box spice cake mix
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree NOT pumpkin pie filling
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
For the Crumb Topping
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons Quaker Quick Oats
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Prepare the Crumb Topping
- Combine the crumb topping ingredients in a bowl and using a pastry cutter, or two knives cut the butter into the mixture until you have crumbs; set aside.
Prepare the Donut Batter
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs and melted butter. Mix until combined.
- Using a plastic pastry bag, add the mixture into the donut pan that has been sprayed with a non-stick spray. Use a butter knife to spread the donut batter out smoothly.
- Place about one tablespoon of the crumb mixture onto the top of each donut batter.
- Bake for 10 minutes to 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into one of the donuts comes out clean. Let the donuts cool slightly before removing them from the pan.
- Combine the glaze ingredients together and drizzle over the cooled donuts.
Notes
Tips
- Spoon the batter into a plastic bag, snip the corner, and pipe into the donut pan for easy filling.
- Use pure canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, for best results.
- Watch baking time closely—remove donuts as soon as a toothpick comes out clean.
Storage & Make Ahead
- Store cooled donuts in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days or in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
- Freeze (without glaze) in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Add glaze just before serving for the freshest flavor and texture.
This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2014 with new photos and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
Sandra Utzka says
I have a mini donut pan how long would I bake them
Lois says
I would start checking them after 5 minutes of baking time. They will not take as long. Thank you for visiting.
Charlotte Tracy says
I have mixed the pumpkin doughnuts according to directions. The batter is really thick and sticky! What have I done wrong?
Lois says
The batter is going to be slightly thick, it's not a runny batter. How did the donuts turn out for you?
Bev Hendrickson says
You don't say how many eggs to use
Lois says
The full list of ingredients are found in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Sharon says
Can I use fresh pureed pumpkin?
Lois says
I've never tried it with fresh pumpkin puree. If you do try it, let me know how it turns out!
Kim says
Im making these this weekend. In the recipe it says add the batter then add the topping before baking. Shouldnt you add the topping in first so when you flip them out its on top? Just wanna make sure i do it right cause they look soooo good!!
Lois says
You add the topping last before baking. Gently lift the donuts out of the pan with a small spoon or spatula. Hope you enjoy the recipe!
Gerri beatty says
I don’t have donut no pan can I just the shape freehand on a 9/13 pan would it work
Lois says
You can't shape them free hand. You can make these as muffins instead. THank you for visiting!
Sue Margolis says
Great recipe!
Kari says
Yummy! It say 3/4 can of pumpkin. What size of can or how many onces do you use?
Can't wait make! 😊
Lois says
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree. I hope that helps you! Let me know if you make the donuts. Thanks for visiting.
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
I am loving your pumpkin recipes you have been sharing. Thanks for including how to make a spice cake mix if needed. Pinned of course! #HomeMattersParty
Linda says
Oatmeal as in cooked Oatmeal?
Lois says
Uncooked Quaker Quick Oats is what you need to add to the crumb topping. Thank you!
Ginger Burkhart says
Do you have the recipe for the muffins?
Lois says
Here is the recipe for you: https://walkingonsunshinerecipes.com/pumpkin-muffins/