Fall is here, and that means it’s time for pumpkin everything! These homemade Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites are great with a morning cup of joe, or for dessert at the end of the day. These tiny treats will satisfy your sweet tooth craving and will put a giant smile on anyone’s face. You’ll want a few of these because they’re so good. If you love pumpkin donuts, this recipe is for you!

There isn’t a day of the week that these won’t hit the spot. Since pumpkin is the flavor of fall, I’d say anytime between September to December would be the time to make these. Make them for a family party or share with your neighbors! Also, as mentioned before, these are amazing with a morning cup of coffee. If you don’t drink coffee, have a little late-night treat with a couple of these and a cup of Hot Chocolate.

BAKED PUMPKIN FRITTER BITES

When the air is crisp outside, I am naturally attracted to comforting things: sweaters, beverages, food, and especially baked goods. My oven is constantly on during the fall, and it’s usually with something pumpkin-flavored. This year, I am so excited to introduce this Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites recipe. These baked treats are bite-sized, satisfying, and will bring a smile to any Jack-O-Lantern’s face. The homemade pumpkin batter fritter is a simple mixture of traditional ingredients, including pure pumpkin. The batter is scooped with a Tablespoon and baked until perfectly fluffy and delicious. Once they are cooled, a simple glaze is drizzled over the top of each one, making them simply irresistible! Serve these pumpkin fritter donuts for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you need to satisfy that sweet tooth.

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Why You’ll Love These Quick & Easy Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites:

• Quick & Easy-To-Make Donuts: No frying required for this homemade fritter recipe. Just mix, bake, and glaze!
• The Best Fall Dessert & Snack: Full of cozy pumpkin spice flavor that tastes like autumn in every bite.
• Perfect For Any Occasion: Serve them at fall parties, potlucks, and family gatherings.
• Portable & Bite-Sized: Easy to grab-and-go for a sweet pumpkin treat anytime.
• Simple Ingredients: Uses everyday staples like pumpkin puree, flour, sugar, and butter.

Ingredients

Pumpkin Fritter Bites

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 Tablespoons salted butter, melted & slightly cooled
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 large egg
• 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)

Glaze

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2+ Tablespoons milk 

Instructions

For The Pumpkin Fritter Bites

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease two 24-cup mini muffin pans with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. 

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vanilla, and egg. Stir in the pumpkin until combined.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Don’t overmix. 

Scoop a heaping tablespoon of batter into each greased muffin cup. Bake for about 12 to 14 minutes or until set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before transferring fritters to a large cookie rack with a sheet pan underneath it.  

For The Glaze

In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough milk to create a pourable, smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the tops of the fritters. Allow the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy!

Servings

This recipe is practically magic. It makes 48 fritter bites! You will have so many little treats that you’ll have no other option but to share them. I would say that 3 fritters equal a serving, but make sure to forgive yourself if you have more than that. They are so good! My kids, and husband Kale, practically couldn’t wait until they were cooled when I made them for the first time. It’s a good thing this recipe makes so many so that there were plenty to go around.

Storage and Reheating

Since this recipe makes a ton of fritters, you may have a few leftovers. I highly recommend storing these in a sealed container and placing them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Try not to stack them one on top of another. Place them in the container in one layer. This way, the glaze won’t get too messy when you go back to grab a few more. When ready to eat, pop them in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds until warm!

Holly’s Tips for The Best Pumpkin Fritter Bites:

• Use Pure Pumpkin, Not Pie Filling: Make sure to use 100% pure pumpkin puree for the best texture and authentic pumpkin flavor. Pumpkin pie filling has added sugar and spices that can alter the recipe.
• Don’t Overmix: Stir just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing the batter can make your pumpkin fritters dense instead of soft and fluffy.
• Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off with a knife. Too much flour can make the fritters dry.
• Check For Doneness: Bake until the tops spring back when lightly touched or a toothpick comes out clean, usually around 12–14 minutes.
• Cool Before Glazing: Let the fritters cool completely before adding the glaze so it sets beautifully without melting off.
• Customizable Glaze: Add a dash of pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, or even maple syrup to the glaze for an extra flavor boost.

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Similar Recipes

Craving something similar? Make my White Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles next.

Searching for Thanksgiving dessert recipes? Serve my Pumpkin Whoopie Pies and Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Pudding.

Looking for another fall breakfast? My Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are delicious pumpkin-infused cinnamon rolls with homemade cream cheese frosting.

Wanting something just as bite-sized? My White Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins feature warm pumpkin spice muffins filled with sweet white chocolate chips.

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Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites

Fluffy bite size fritters packed with pumpkin flavor and topped with sweet glaze. These are the perfect fall treats!

Prep Time 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time 14 minutes minutes

Servings 48

Ingredients

Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 Tablespoons salted butter melted and cooled
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 large egg
• 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)

Glaze

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2+ Tablespoons milk 

Instructions

Baked Pumpkin Fritter Bites

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease two 24-cup mini muffin pans with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. 
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Set aside.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vanilla, and egg. Stir in the pumpkin until combined.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Don’t over mix.
• Scoop a heaping tablespoon of batter into each greased muffin cup. Bake for about 12 to 14 minutes or until set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before transferring fritters to a large cookie rack with a sheet pan underneath it.

Glaze

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough milk to create a pourable, smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the tops of the fritters. Allow the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy!

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My sweet tooth was telling me that it is time for an irresistible treat. One that satisfies more than one craving. I knew I wanted something that was fluffy and delicious but couldn’t pinpoint the craving. A cinnamon roll or donut. Which to choose? I went into the kitchen and brought my two cravings together into one with these Cinnamon Roll Donut Bites. You won’t be able to have just one of these sweet snacks.

CINNAMON ROLL DONUT BITES

Ingredients

Even though this recipe combines two bakery treats, they are unbelievably easy to get on the table in 30 minutes. That’s right, a freshly fried and dusted treat in only half an hour. All you need is the following:

• 1 can (12.4 ounces) Refrigerated Cinnamon Rolls – Use your favorite store-bought brand of refrigerated dough for convenience.
• 3 cup of Vegetable Oil
• ½ cup Granulated Sugar 
• 1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ½ teaspoon of Almond Extract – Optional, but highly recommended.

Instructions

If you haven’t fried anything at home before, don’t fret. This is the perfect recipe to start with. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet, or pot to 350 degrees F. Make sure you have a thermometer to get to the right temperature.

Next, cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters. Place a few rolls at a time into the oil and fry for 30 seconds to 1 minute. You want them golden-brown on the outside to ensure they are cooked on the inside.

Carefully, remove cooked cinnamon roll bites with a slotted spoon, and place on a paper towel line plate to soak up the grease. Now roll them into the cinnamon/sugar mixture until fully coated.

Once all donuts are cooked and coated, then drizzle with the icing mixture, These are sticky, sweet, and will have you licking your fingers clean between each bite!

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Cinnamon Roll Donut Bites

These donut bites are soft, fluffy, and coated in cinnamon and sugar. You won’t be able to stop at just one!

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 minute minute

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (12.4 ounces) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing (I use the Pillsbury brand)
• 3 cups vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Instructions

• Heat oil in a medium skillet or deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.
• Mix the sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl. Set aside.
• Remove cinnamon rolls from container, set icing aside. Cut each roll into quarters.
• Gently and carefully place 6 quarter rolls at a time into the oil and fry for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until really golden brown. ( You want to make sure they are fully cooked in the center ).

  Place cooked donut bites onto a paper towel-lined plate to soak up grease, then roll them into the cinnamon and sugar mixture.
• Pour icing in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for only 8 to 10 seconds. Stir in the vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Drizzle icing over the donuts then serve. Enjoy!

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