October 3, 2016

Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Salted Caramel (Grain-Free)

Last Updated on July 14, 2025 by Deliciously Organic

Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Salted Caramel are a fun way to enjoy a taste of fall!

These donuts start with a simple cake batter you can even mix in a blender or food processor to make things easier.

The caramel features just three ingredients – coconut sugar, coconut milk and vanilla. The two simmer on the stove for 20 to 25 minutes and become the most wonderful dairy-free caramel! Try using the caramel for apples, over sundaes, or drizzled over apple crisp for a little extra indulgence.

A little Celtic sea salt sprinkled on top of these pumpkin spice donuts produces a delightful salty-sweet combo. Happy Fall!

Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Salted Caramel (Grain-Free)

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Ingredients

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For the Donuts:

1 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice blend
8 large eggs
1/4 cup plain whole yogurt (or a coconut yogurt)
1/4 cup pureed pumpkin
6 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the Caramel:

2 cups coconut sugar
1 can coconut milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Celtic sea salt for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350ºF and adjust rack to middle position. Place all of the donut ingredients in a
large bowl and whisk until smooth. Spoon the batter into a buttered donut baking pan. Bake for
18-20 minutes until just turning golden brown on the edges. Cool completely.
Place the coconut sugar and coconut milk in a medium saucepan and whisk until combined. Heat over medium-high until boiling and then turn down to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until reduced and mixture has thickened. Cool for about 30 minutes.
To glaze the donuts: Pick up a donut and dip the top half in the cooled caramel and then place
on a cooling rack. Repeat with remaining donuts. Sprinkle with Celtic sea salt. Serve.

Notes

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