Can I use canned sweet potatoes for donut recipes?

Yes, you can use canned sweet potatoes just make sure they’re plain (not candied) and fully mashed. The smoother the texture, the better your donuts will bake up. If the canned version is very wet, drain off excess liquid to avoid a soggy batter.

What makes sweet potato and pineapple a good flavor combination?

Sweet potatoes offer natural earthiness and moisture, while pineapple brings brightness and acidity. Together, they create a rich, well-balanced flavor with depth and a gentle tropical note. It’s why this combo works so well in baked goods like donut rings, muffins, and cakes.

How do you prevent baked donuts from drying out?

The key is moisture-rich ingredients and not overbaking. Using oil instead of butter keeps the crumb tender, and ingredients like sweet potato and pineapple trap moisture inside. Always check for doneness with a toothpick and avoid leaving them in the oven too long.

Can you freeze sweet potato pineapple donuts for later?

Absolutely! Once cooled, store them in a single layer in the freezer until solid, then transfer to an airtight bag. They reheat wonderfully in the microwave or oven and taste just as good as fresh.

Sweet Potato Pineapple Upside Donut Rings

Description

Moist, sweet, and easy to make—these Sweet Potato Pineapple Upside Donut Rings are a fun twist on classic baked treats.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup mashed sweet potatoes

1 cup crushed pineapple, drained

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.

2. In a large bowl, mix sweet potatoes, pineapple, sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla.

3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

4. Add dry to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

5. Spoon batter into donut pan, 2/3 full each ring.

6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until toothpick comes out clean.

7. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

You can use canned sweet potato puree or fresh mashed.

Optional: glaze with cinnamon vanilla icing or dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 220
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: sweet potato pineapple donut rings, baked donuts, sweet potato dessert