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5 from 1 vote

Pumpkin Pecan Skillet Cornbread

A buttery and lightly sweetened cornbread that is made with all whole grains. The caramelized crust from the hot skillet is especially delicious.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Side Dish
Keyword: cornbread, pumpkin, thanksgiving
Servings: 1 skillet of cornbread
Author: Half the Sugar Baker

Equipment

  • 1 11 inch oven safe skillet see above for alternate options

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup greek yogurt
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal fine or medium coarse grind
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF. Heat an ovenproof 11 or 12 inch skillet over medium heat on the stove. Add the butter and melt. Swirl around the skillet so that it coates the bottom and sides. Optionally, brown the butter by heating until it turns a deep brown color (be careful not to burn it). (If you are not using a skillet, grease your baking dish and melt your butter separately)
  • In a large bowl, add the melted butter and whisk in the sugar. Then whisk in the yogurt a little at a time, so that it does not solidify the butter. After all the yogurt is whisked in, add the three eggs and whisk until well incorporated. Then whisk in the pumpkin puree. Add the cornmeal, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and extra pumpkin spices if using (see above for more info). Whisk everything together until just combined. Then add the chopped pecans and stir in with a spoon or spatula.
  • If the skillet has cooled, heat on the stove until hot. (Skip this step if you are not using a skillet) Then pour in your cornbread batter and spread into an even layer. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the top is golden and an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Once done baking, let cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!