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Pumpkin Maple Cornbread

Moist Pumpkin Maple Cornbread for Cozy Fall Moments

This Pumpkin Maple Cornbread is a perfect blend of autumn flavors, bringing sweetness and warmth to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread
  • 1 cup cornmeal finely ground for best texture
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar light or dark based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for balancing acidity
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with milk or plant-based alternative
  • 1 large egg omit for a vegan version
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup use pure maple syrup for best taste
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin may adjust moisture for fresh pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup butter (melted) can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds) for topping, can substitute with sunflower seeds or omit

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a large cast iron skillet inside to warm up for 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, maple syrup, and canned pumpkin until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C), grease the hot skillet with melted butter.
  6. Pour the batter into the skillet, sprinkle pepitas on top, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  7. Let the cornbread cool for about 15 minutes before serving warm with butter and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for a light texture. Use fresh leavening agents and ensure the skillet is preheated for the best results.

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