In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
Add the unsweetened applesauce, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the pumpkin mixture. Stir together until a soft and sticky dough forms.
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with a thin layer of oil.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop small portions of the pumpkin dough into the air fryer basket, leaving space between the bites for even cooking.
Air fry the pumpkin bites at 375°F for 6-8 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
While the pumpkin bites are cooking, prepare the coating by combining granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. (You will need to dip them in melted butter first so it will stick)
As soon as the pumpkin bites are done cooking, transfer them to the sugar-cinnamon mixture and gently roll them until evenly coated.
Serve the air-fried cinnamon sugar pumpkin bites while they are still warm and enjoy the delightful combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, and sweetness.
