INSANELY moist Pumpkin Cornbread! This is THE BEST Pumpkin Cornbread recipe you can find. It’s so simple, but so moist, flavorful, and with a hint of sweetness. Made with creamed corn, honey, molasses, and brown sugar, and pumpkin, of course, so it’s got the best stuff in it!
You may have heard me mention once or twice (or 605 annnnoying times) that I got a new camera. Yaaaaay! This is good news for all of us because as soon as I master it (maybe that’s never though? Eek), then all of our eyeballs won’t have to look at dreadful photos anymore. However, there’s a learning curve that goes along with this grown-up camera, and it’s no joke.
First and foremost, I don’t like to read instruction manuals. Ever. I like to fiddle with a gadget until I figure it out. In a dream world, said gadget would be intuitive and user-friendly, so the ‘figuring it out’ part is short-lived, buuuut that is most definitely not the case with this camera. I had to read A LOT of the manual. It was brutal. <insert obnoxious whining>
Here we are where at least I’m able to attempt photos with it though. I feel that is a feat in and of itself. This Pumpkin Cornbread recipe was the first effort. Well, it was… interesting. Since only a mere handful of photos were mildly presentable, it made photo editing veeery brief!!! I guess that’s the gold lining. 😉
Witness a faux pas. Oh, hey! There’s me! In the reflection of the spoon… yeah, in the pink dress. Nice work, me. Sharp photography skills!
While it’s been an intimidating process, it’s been fun to learn too. I genuinely love learning, and it’s exciting to venture into new territory. I’m a total novice, so I’d really love if you’d share your favorite photography tip with me! In the meantime, let’s talk about more pumpkin things! As though that hasn’t been an excessive theme here lately. Haha. We’re still rollin’ with it, and it continues with this Pumpkin Cornbread recipe.
For the longest time, I didn’t see pumpkin and cornbread as a natural fit and it felt gimmicky to combine those two things, like, what else can we cram pumpkin into? I got on board with the pairing in the form of this Pumpkin Cornbread recipe last fall though. It’s straight-up phenomenal. It has detectable pumpkin flavor, but not overwhelmingly, and pumpkin complements cornbread more beautifully than I ever would’ve imagined. This is The Best Pumpkin Cornbread. The BEST. The overall flavor is awesome, but it’s also unbelievably moist. The most moist bread there ever was. It doesn’t need honey, but just a drizzle = perfection.
We just finished this batch but I still need more Pumpkin Cornbread. I’m already excited to make it again.
Pumpkin Cornbread
Ingredients
- 1 c. yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 c. flour
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- pinch of salt
- 1/4 c. brown sugar
- 1 1/4 c. creamed corn
- 1 c. pumpkin
- 3 tbsp. molasses
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1/4 c. butter melted, slightly cooled
- 1/4 c. milk
- honey for drizzling
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar; mix with a whisk until well-blended.
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Add creamed corn, pumpkin, and molasses. Stir just until blended.
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Add egg, butter, and milk. Stir just until blended.
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Pour batter into a greased 8-inch square pan.
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Bake at 400 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out mostly clean.
I heart this Pumpkin Cornbread recipe beyond words. If you try it, please let me know you how you liked it!
For other pumpkin breads and brunchy things, try these Pumpkin Pecan Scones with Brown Sugar Streusel. They’re better than any pumpkin scone you can find at a bakery, and they’re EASY. The streusel is sent from heaven!
These Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Nutella Muffins are ready in 30 minutes, start-to-finish, and you haven’t lived til you’ve had pumpkin and Nutella together! I also recommend this Giant Pumpkin Caramel Pecan Skillet Cinnamon Roll. It’s GORGEOUS, and shockingly easy to make! The dough is so light, fluffy, and pillowy soft. It melts in your mouth. There’s no shortage of pumpkin recipes on the blog, that’s for sure. 🙂
Blair says
October 9, 2014 at 9:27 pmYum!! Pinned! 🙂
Sarah says
October 9, 2014 at 10:07 pmHi Blair! Oh, thank you for pinning, and for coming by again! 🙂 It’s almost Friday – yay!! I hope you’re gearing up for a fantastic weekend!
Zainab says
October 9, 2014 at 11:35 pmI loved the feeling of my new camera too but it is always a learning curve!! You will get it all down soon. I love this corn bread…now i just need some chilli!
Sarah says
October 10, 2014 at 9:02 amYes, it’s been both exciting and daunting. I love the camera so far, but there are some intense moments of frustration. Haha! Chili does sound awesome. I am a serious soup-lover. If only it would drop below 90 degrees here in FL. Soon, hopefully! TGIF! Thanks for coming by again, Zainab!! 🙂
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
October 10, 2014 at 12:40 pmMmm, that cornbread looks really good! I love the idea of cramming pumpkin into cornbread! But then, I like cramming it into everything! And I think your photos are much better than you give yourself credit for Sarah! I love the honey drizzled all over the cornbread in these ones! 🙂
Sarah says
October 10, 2014 at 1:03 pmOh, thank you, Stacey! You’re so kind! I love having a shiny new camera, but it’s a learning curve, for sure. As I photographed, the honey turned into a puddle and I was kind of like: “Eh, what are ya gonna do?” Haha. That’s just the way it goes! Omgosh, this pumpkin bread is incredible! You should try a version – it’s totally delicious! Have a GREAT weekend!!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
October 10, 2014 at 2:55 pmCongrats on getting a new camera! That’s so exciting! I just got a new one about a month ago, so I’m still learning the ropes, too. And I hate reading instructions, too! This pumpkin cornbread sounds amazing! I love your creativity with adding pumpkin to a tasty bread. Cornbread is my favorite to eat in the fall, so I’m definitely trying this out! Thanks for sharing!
Sarah says
October 10, 2014 at 4:13 pmHi Gayle! Thanks for stopping by here! Yes, the camera thing has been quite a journey. I love it and am looking forward to better pictures on here, but WOW it was frustrating initially. Haha. It’s getting better each time! This cornbread is my favorite version because… PUMPKIN! I know people hate the word moist, but seriously, it’s got that going for it. Good stuff. Hope you have a wonderful weekend!! 🙂
Cecilia MyThriftStoreAddiction says
October 11, 2014 at 3:06 pmHi there, I hopped over from Scraptastic Saturday! This is a recipe I haven’t heard of–can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing! Blessings, Cecilia
Sarah says
October 11, 2014 at 3:46 pmHi Cecilia! Thanks so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
October 12, 2014 at 9:00 amSARAH – YUM! I LOVE pumpkin and cornbread and I bet the pumpkin addition makes it SO moist – obsessed! Thanks for linking up with Show Stopper Saturday!
Sarah says
October 12, 2014 at 10:04 amHi Taylor! Thanks so much for coming by again, and thanks for hosting the party! 🙂 Is there ever a time that pumpkin doesn’t make something SO MUCH better?! Haha. Hope you’re having a fabulous weekend!!
Michelle @TheGraciousWife.com says
October 12, 2014 at 11:09 amPumpkin and cornbread. I don’t think I would have considered that combo, but it sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing! Pinning!
-Michelle @TheGraciousWife.com
Sarah says
October 12, 2014 at 11:45 amHi Michelle! It wasn’t a natural combination to me either initially, but WOW is it good. It’s really fantastic together. Give it a go! Thanks for coming by. Happy Sunday! 🙂
cathy says
October 12, 2014 at 9:57 pmI never thought to add pumpkin to my corn bread, what am amazing idea! Pinned to try this delicious idea! Saying hello from happiness is homemade! 🙂
Cathy
Sarah says
October 12, 2014 at 10:02 pmHi Cathy! Thanks for swinging by again! I didn’t always think pumpkin and cornbread would necessarily be a good fit, but it’s actually incredible! You should definitely give it a go. The flavors are delicious together, and the bread is so moist! Happy Sunday to you! 🙂
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
October 13, 2014 at 10:25 amThis bread looks delicious! I love cornbread but I have yet to try pumpkin cornbread! Pinned! Loved the shots of the honey on the bread!
Sarah says
October 13, 2014 at 10:45 amHi Lindsey! Pumpkin and cornbread are a secret power duo. You don’t see them combined much, but they’re awesome together! Give it a try! Thanks so much for stopping by! 🙂
Kristen says
October 13, 2014 at 7:59 pmThis looks amazing! I love pumpkin bread and corn bread so this combination sounds scrumptious. I can’t wait to give it a try. Pinning!
Sarah says
October 13, 2014 at 9:13 pmIt’s really delicious! The combo of cornbread and pumpkin is awesome! Give it a try! Thanks for stopping back here! 🙂
Courtney at A Life From Scratch says
October 14, 2014 at 10:06 amOh wow, I’ve never tried pumpkin cornbread, but it sounds and looks heavenly! I found you through the Tip Junkie link up. Glad I did! If you get a chance, I’d love it if you stopped by my blog sometime. Have a lovely day!
Sarah says
October 14, 2014 at 10:20 amOf course. I’d be glad to! I followed you on FB and Pinterest. Thanks for the kind comment! 🙂
Andrea Fogleman says
October 14, 2014 at 6:47 pmI love cornbread, but I’ve never tried Pumpkin Cornbread. Hmmm, sounds really good. I’m sharing this post on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. Thanks for stopping by and linking up for Scraptastic Saturdays.
Sarah says
October 14, 2014 at 6:50 pmThanks so much, Andrea! I appreciate you sharing it, and thank you for hosting the party! 🙂
Anna says
October 14, 2014 at 9:18 pmOMG.
I am SO on board with this bread combo!
Not only would I drizzle honey ALL over, BUT I’d be sure to complement the pumpkin cornbread with some AMAZE pumpkin butter!!! I can taste the calories already…and I don’t even mind it! Haha.
Pinning!
🙂 Anna
Sarah says
October 14, 2014 at 9:25 pmOooooooh… that is brilliant. The pumpkin butter must happen! What a great idea! Yes, the flavor combo is DELISH! The pumpkin and cornbread go together swimmingly! Thanks so much for stopping by, Anna!! 🙂
Kim @ The Cookie Puzzle says
October 14, 2014 at 9:37 pmI can not wait to try this…really..I think corn bread is the perfect food…and some pumpkin..I would eat it all day. I can not wait to try this. Thank you so much for joining us at Party in Your PJs.
Sarah says
October 14, 2014 at 9:57 pmThanks so much for the party! Yes, the two flavors are dynamite together! It’s so delicious. Have a great evening!
Heather @ My Overflowing Cup says
October 15, 2014 at 4:12 pmThis looks so good! One of my favorites is zucchini cornbread, but I’ll be giving this one a try soon. I’m pinning it to several of my boards – thanks so much for the recipe.
Sarah says
October 15, 2014 at 4:35 pmHi Heather! Omgosh, zucchini cornbread is a GREAT idea!! I have a few zucchini bread recipes that are family favorites, but none combine it with cornbread! I love that!! Sounds delicious! Thanks so much for stopping by and for pinning this recipe! 🙂
nibbles by mic says
October 18, 2014 at 5:41 pmThis cornbread rocks and we have decided to feature it this week at MUNCHING MONDAYS!!!! Please stop by again and celebrate with us. Warmest, Nic
Sarah says
October 18, 2014 at 5:43 pmOh, great! Thanks so much, Nic! I really appreciate it! I’ll be sure to stop by again for the party! Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Stephanie says
October 18, 2014 at 7:01 pmI had never thought to put pumpkin with cornbread but I love that!!! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!
Sarah says
October 18, 2014 at 10:02 pmI know what you mean! Pumpkin and cornbread wasn’t initially a combination I thought would work well together, but it’s fantastic! I hope you try it! Thanks for pinning and for the party! 🙂
Andrea Ostendorf says
October 18, 2014 at 9:00 pmI’m not a big fan of everything pumpkin during fall, but this sounds really great!
Sarah says
October 18, 2014 at 9:37 pmI’m definitely into all the pumpkin stuff, but I know what you mean – pumpkin doesn’t need crammed into every single thing! But this cornbread is one of those things where the pumpkin definitely adds to it! Happy Saturday to you! 🙂
Sinea Pies says
October 19, 2014 at 5:06 pmOh how I love cornbread. This recipe sounds wonderful. It was one of the most viewed on last week’s Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop and is featured THIS week! Be sure to stop by 🙂
Sarah says
October 19, 2014 at 6:10 pmOh, that’s wonderful to hear! Thanks so much for featuring it, Sinea! What an honor. Thank you for your kind comment! Hope you’re enjoying your Sunday! 🙂
Kyla @ HouseOfHipsters says
October 22, 2014 at 9:05 amThis sounds delicious! LOVE IT and pinning! Saw your feature over at the Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop =)
Sarah says
October 22, 2014 at 10:42 amOh cool! Thanks so much for stopping over! I’m so glad you like the Pumpkin Cornbread! We loooove it. I just made it and I already want some again. Have a great day! 🙂
Small Town Girl says
November 9, 2014 at 12:24 pmTwo of my favorite things! I’m making chili tonight, this may be added to the menu! Thanks!
Sarah says
November 9, 2014 at 6:10 pmAwesome! It’s a sweeter cornbread, but it would probably work nicely with chili! Let me know how it turns out for you! 🙂