Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Cornbread recipe. This moist and flavorful treat is a perfect companion for soups, stews, and chilis, making it an essential addition to your Thanksgiving feast. The unique blend of spices combined with the rich essence of pumpkin creates a comforting flavor profile that will please everyone at your table, whether it’s a casual dinner or a festive celebration. Simple to whip up with easily accessible ingredients, this cornbread embodies the spirit of autumn and is packed with nutrients from pumpkin, making it a wholesome choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (or ginger)
- ¼ tsp freshly ground nutmeg
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp molasses
- ⅓ cup buttermilk (or milk)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, cinnamon (or ginger), and nutmeg until well combined.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, molasses, and buttermilk until thoroughly mixed.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no dry flour remains visible; a few lumps are okay.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch springform pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for a few minutes before serving warm or letting it cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg