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Pumpkin Cornbread

Pumpkin Cornbread: Cozy Up with This Fall Favorite

Enjoy Pumpkin Cornbread, a cozy and moist fall favorite that combines cornmeal and pumpkin for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup cornmeal medium or fine for tender crumb
  • 1 cup flour all-purpose or whole grain
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar or honey for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder for rising
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh sugar pumpkin
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk buttermilk can be used
  • 1/2 cup butter melted; substitute with oil or applesauce
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ginger

Equipment

  • 9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cornbread
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a 9-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree with eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Fold wet mixture into dry ingredients until just combined; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cornbread cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool more before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe can be adapted for gluten-free and vegan diets. Customize with nuts or cheese for variation.

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