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Pumpkin Cornbread

Cozy Pumpkin Cornbread: The Best Autumn Comfort Food

This Cozy Pumpkin Cornbread combines the warmth of pumpkin pie with the texture of cornbread, making it a perfect autumn comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup cornmeal freshly ground enhances the flavor
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour no substitutions necessary
  • ½ cup sugar adjust to taste or use brown sugar for depth
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder make sure it's fresh for best results
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice can be replaced with individual spices like cinnamon or nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt consider sea salt or kosher salt for different profiles
  • 1 cup milk substitute with unsweetened plant-based milk for a dairy-free option
  • ⅓ cup melted butter vegetable oil can be used but may alter texture slightly
  • 1 large egg for an egg-free option, use flax egg or applesauce
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin

Equipment

  • 10-inch cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cornbread
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and butter the bottom and sides of a 10-inch cast iron skillet.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together milk, melted butter, egg, and pure pumpkin until combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just blended.
  5. Pour batter into the hot skillet and bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cornbread pairs perfectly with a pat of butter or a drizzle of syrup.

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