Easy Pumpkin Rice Krispies Donuts for the Sweetest Fall Treat

Eight glazed cruller-style donuts are arranged on a black plate set on a dark textured surface.

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Easy Pumpkin Rice Krispies Donuts for the Sweetest Fall Treat

These Pumpkin Rice Krispies Donuts with a maple-cinnamon glaze are the perfect fall treat for busy moms to add to the Thanksgiving table!

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Resting Time15

Total Time45

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Pumpkin dessert, Pumpkin donuts, Pumpkin rice krispie treats, Pumpkin Rice Krispies Donuts, pumpkin Rice Krispies treat recipe, Rice Krispies pumpkin treats, Thanksgiving dessert

Servings: donuts

Calories: 188kcal

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

3 tbsp butter
1 bag mini marshmallows
1/2 cup canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
pinch of salt
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
nonstick spray or butter (for hands + donut pan)

For the Maple Cinnamon Glaze:

3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk (more if needed to thin)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
pinch of salt

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Instructions

For the Donuts:

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
3 tbsp butter
Add the mini marshmallows to the pot.
1 bag mini marshmallows
Stir in marshmallows until mostly melted.
Add pumpkin purée to the pot.
1/2 cup canned pumpkin purée
Then add the pumpkin pie spice and the salt.
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, pinch of salt
Then stir in orange food dye, if using.
Stir until fully smooth and melted.
Remove from the heat and quickly stir in Rice Krispies.
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Mix until well incorporated.
Spray a donut pan with nonstick spray (or grease your hands and shape them by hand).
nonstick spray or butter (for hands + donut pan)
Press the mixture firmly into the molds. Let cool completely in the pan, then gently pop out.

For the Maple Cinnamon Glaze:

In a medium bowl, prepare the powdered sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
3/4 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, pinch of salt
Then add the milk.
2 tbsp milk
Whisk together all glaze ingredients until smooth.
Dip the tops of each donut or drizzle over with a spoon.
Let the glaze set for at least 15 minutes, then serve.

Notes

- Work Quickly: The mixture sets fast, so press it firmly into molds before it cools.

- Even Donuts: Use a donut pan for uniform size, but you can shape by hand if needed.

- Flavor Boost: Add a little vanilla extract or extra cinnamon to the glaze for more warmth.

- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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