Foodness Gracious - Week 104

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Recipes

If there was ever a season that deserved a new way to celebrate pumpkin, it’s Thanksgiving. Forget the pies, the lattes, and the predictable pumpkin rolls…we’re talking about something different. These Pumpkin and Chocolate Stuffed Mini Donuts take that classic fall flavor and tuck it neatly inside a bite-sized indulgence that feels festive and fresh. Thanksgiving morning, your house deserves to smell like cinnamon, sugar, and a little bit of chocolate mischief.

They’re the perfect holiday multitaskers: soft, golden, and just the right size to justify “just one more.” Make them for Thanksgiving breakfast while the turkey’s still snoozing in the fridge, or whip them up as a post-feast reward when everyone’s arguing over leftovers. If you’ve got kids home from school, these will vanish faster than you can say “save one for me.”

Now, let’s talk about that filling. Nutella, pumpkin purée, and mascarpone cream — all swirled together into a blend that will have your guests quietly calculating how many are left. The creamy richness meets warm spice in a combo that’s equal parts cozy and luxurious. It’s like pumpkin pie went to Paris and came back with a secret.

And of course, no donut is complete without the grand finale: a generous roll in cinnamon sugar. The sparkle, the crunch, the sticky fingers…it’s the moment these little donuts go from yum to oh my goodness. Just try to stop at one. Spoiler: you won’t.

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Every great kitchen has a hero — and this one wears stainless steel. The KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer isn’t just a counter top accessory; it’s the culinary workhorse that turns good ideas into great bakes. With over 20 colors to match your kitchen vibe (yes, even “Honeydew” and “Matte Dried Rose”), this mixer makes a statement before it even starts spinning.

But don’t let the pretty colors fool you — this thing means business. With a roomy 5-quart bowl and a tilt-head design that makes mixing, folding, and whisking effortless, it’s built for serious home chefs who want restaurant-quality results. Whether you’re kneading dough, whipping cream, or perfecting your donut batter (wink wink), it delivers smooth, consistent power every time.

Over 22,000 reviewers have already declared it their kitchen MVP — and it’s easy to see why. The KitchenAid Artisan is that rare mix of beauty, brawn, and reliability. It also happens to make an excellent gift for the baker, chef, or “I-just-love-to-bake-once-a-year-during-the-holidays” friend in your life.

This isn’t just a mixer; it’s an invitation to create something extraordinary.

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Responsibility

We’ve all seen it — the endless food pics, the recipe reels, the “here’s my dinner” posts. But what if we used that same power for something that actually matters? This week’s article, “How to Raise Awareness for Responsible Food Consumption on Social Media,” explores how your posts can help others think twice about waste, sourcing, and sustainability — without losing an ounce of flavor or fun.

You’ll learn clever ways to share your love of food while also making a difference — from spotlighting seasonal ingredients to encouraging mindful portions (or repurposing leftovers into something even better).

If you’ve ever wondered how to mix a little meaning into your feed, this is your moment. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about being thoughtful, creative, and maybe even inspiring a few others to follow your lead. Click to see how easy it can be to make your food posts count.

Learn more online at Foodness Gracious in our Responsibility section.

Foodness Fun - Did You Know?

• Did you know the first stand mixer was invented over 100 years ago? Herbert Johnson, a KitchenAid engineer, got the idea after watching a baker mix dough with a spoon — and thought, “there has to be a better way.” (Spoiler: there was.)

• Pumpkin was once used as a pie crust in early colonial times — not the filling! Colonists would hollow out a pumpkin, fill it with milk, honey, and spices, and bake it whole. So technically, pumpkin pie came before pie crust did.

• Nutella is so popular that one jar is sold every 2.5 seconds around the world. That means by the time you finish reading this paragraph, someone else is smearing it onto toast… or maybe into a mini donut.

• And here’s a fun social twist: The hashtag #foodwaste has been used over 3 million times on Instagram. Proof that food lovers everywhere are starting to care just as much about how we eat as what we eat.