Pumpkin Cornbread
Pumpkin Cornbread is a delightful addition to your fall table, combining the comforting flavors of pumpkin and warm spices. This moist and slightly sweet bread pairs beautifully with soups, stews, and chilis, making it an ideal side dish for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With its rich aroma and inviting texture, Pumpkin Cornbread is not just a treat; it’s a seasonal essential that brings warmth and charm to every meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, molasses, and buttermilk until well mixed.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix!
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch springform pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow cooling for a few minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack or slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://allmomrecipes.com/2025/08/20/pumpkin-cornbread/