Pumpkin Fritters (Crisp, Fluffy, Ready in 35 Minutes)

Ingredients

• 1 cup (245 g) plain pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 4-6 cups neutral oil, for frying, as needed for 1 inch depth
• 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of fine salt