PUMPKIN DOUGHNUT DROPS

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I always have a few special treats handy when the grandchildren visit. These cake doughnuts are one of their favorite snacks. -Beva Staum, Muscoda, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 large eggs
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
Oil for deep-fat frying
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar and shortening until blended. Beat in pumpkin, vinegar and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, milk powder, baking powder, salt and spices. Add to egg mixture alternately with soda, beating after each addition. , In a deep cast-iron skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop teaspoonfuls of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Drain on paper towels. Roll in additional sugar while warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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