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1. # Easy Pumpkin Cornbread Recipe: A Perfect Fall Treat
3. Looking for an easy and delightful pumpkin cornbread recipe that will bring the warmth of fall into your home? This simple yet delicious cornbread is perfect as a side dish or even as a sweet treat with some butter! Follow these step-by-step instructions to create a mouthwatering batch.
5. ## Ingredients
6. - 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
7. - 1/2 cup (65 g) cornmeal, preferably stone-ground
8. - 2 teaspoons baking powder
9. - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10. - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11. - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
12. - 1 egg, lightly beaten
13. - 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of vinegar or lemon juice)
14. - 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie spice mix)
15. - 1 tablespoon white sugar
17. ## Equipment
18. - Mixing bowls
19. - Measuring cups and spoons
20. - Whisk
21. - Rubber spatula
22. - 8-inch square baking pan or 9-inch round cake pan
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29. ## Instructions
31. ### Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
32. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or a 9-inch round cake pan, and set it aside. This preparation ensures the cornbread comes out perfectly baked.
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35. - Preheat Oven
37. ### Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
38. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and sugar. Whisk until well combined to ensure even distribution of flavors.
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41. - Combine Dry Ingredients
42. - Whisk Until Well Mixed
44. ### Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
45. In another small bowl, mix together the melted butter, egg, buttermilk (or milk with a splash of vinegar or lemon juice), and pumpkin puree. Stir until smooth, making sure to break up any lumps in the pumpkin.
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48. - Mix Wet Ingredients
49. - Smooth Mixture
51. ### Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
52. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula until just combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cornbread, so stop when there are only a few lumps remaining.
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55. - Just Combined
56. - Avoid Overmixing
58. ### Step 5: Bake the Cornbread
59. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing out the top with the rubber spatula if needed. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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62. - Bake Time
63. - Toothpick Test
65. ### Step 6: Let It Cool
66. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Once cooled slightly, you can cut it into squares or enjoy it right away with a pat of butter!
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69. - Let Cool on Wire Rack
71. ## Conclusion
72. This easy pumpkin cornbread recipe is not only delicious but also perfect for fall gatherings or as a cozy treat during the cooler months. It’s a simple way to add some seasonal flavors to your baking routine and impress your friends and family with your cooking skills.
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78. Enjoy crafting this delightful cornbread, and don't forget to share it with others! Happy baking!

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