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Heat the oil in a deep heavy pot to 360 degrees.
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In a medium-size bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and cloves. Whisk to combine.
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Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add the egg, yolk, vanilla, buttermilk and pumpkin, and mix until well combined. Fold in the dry ingredients and mix until incorporated.
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Scoop the batter using a small food scoop and carefully place in the hot oil. Fry, in batches, until the donuts are golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the oil and drain briefly on paper towels. Roll the warm donuts around in the cinnamon sugar until well coated.
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Serve warm dipped in Chocolate Sauce.
