Quick + easy sweet Jiffy cornbread recipe everyone will love! (2025)

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Make soft, sweet Jiffy cornbread in minutes with this classic Jiffy cornbread recipe! It combines a cornbread mix and a yellow cake mix for the perfect moist bread.

So there are some words that just don’t mean the same thing in different parts of the country. “Cornbread” is one of them. In the west, where I grew up, cornbread is soft and sweet and maybe more like a dessert than a bread, but hey, it’s stillcalledcornbread so we eat it with meals instead of for dessert. But in the south, cornbread is rougher in texture, not nearly so sweet, and often full of actual corn kernels. I can’t tell you how disappointed I was the first time I ordered cornbread in Memphis and got, you know, actual cornbread instead of the cakey stuff I was expecting!

If you’re a fan of Southern cornbread, you can pass this post on by. But if you have a hankering for a moist, sweet cornbread that you can smother in butter and honey and serve up with a big bowl of chili, this recipe is for you!

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I’ve made cornbread from scratch before, and it was pretty darn tasty. But this “Jiffy” version is so fast to put together that I find myself making it every time we have chili, which is good, because chili makes half of my children cry. Sigh…but luckily they love this cornbread so much they can usually be persuaded to eat a small bowl anyway.

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It always turns out moist, soft and sweet, not dry and crumbly like other cornbread I’ve tried.

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Sweet Jiffy cornbread recipe

This “recipe” couldn’t be simpler. It’s a mashup of the Jiffy brand corn muffin mix and the Jiffy brand Golden Yellow cake mix. You know, the ones in the little boxes that look like they’re from the 1950’s?

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Dump the mixes, eggs, milk and water in a bowl, whisk to combine, pour in a 9×13 pan and 20 minutes later you have warm, sweet cornbread.

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Serves: 18

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 25 minutes mins

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Make soft, sweet Jiffy cornbread in minutes with this classic Jiffy cornbread recipe! It combines a cornbread mix and a yellow cake mix for the perfect moist bread.

Ingredients

  • 1 box Jiffy Cornbread Mix 8.5 oz
  • 1 box Jiffy Golden Yellow Cake Mix 9 oz
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/3 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Water

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

  • In a bowl, whisk together the two dry mixes.

  • Add eggs, milk, and water, and whisk until combined. Batter will be lumpy.

  • Pour into greased 9x13 pan and allow to sit for at least 5 minutes before baking.

  • Bake for 18-20 minutes until top is golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.

Hope you enjoy this easy favorite family recipe for sweet Jiffy cornbread!

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If you need a great chili to make with this, give my sweet bacon chili recipe a try!

It would also be amazing with this creamychicken and wild rice soup.

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  1. Angie says

    Quick + easy sweet Jiffy cornbread recipe everyone will love! (14)
    Just like Tippins 🙂

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  2. Jan Olin Nakamura says

    Quick + easy sweet Jiffy cornbread recipe everyone will love! (15)
    Aloha Autumn,

    I’m already convinced this easy cornbread combining the jiffy corn muffin n cake mix will be ono!

    Ono means delicious in Hawaiian.

    Question, could not find the jiffy cake mix, planning to use half of Betty Crocker super moist yellow cake mix.

    I also want your opinion on adding half a can of cream corn …

    Mahalo, Jan in Hawai’i 🥭🐶🐟

    Monday May 15, 2023 8:48 am

    Beautiful day in Hawai’i nei
    Sunny, nice trade winds

    Overlooking Pearl Harbor

    Ps where in our world do you happily live with five children … canine?

    Reply

  3. Tanya Conway says

    Quick + easy sweet Jiffy cornbread recipe everyone will love! (16)
    So delicious with honey butter. I’m in love!

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Quick + easy sweet Jiffy cornbread recipe everyone will love! (2025)

FAQs

How can I enhance my Jiffy mix? ›

With Jiffy Cornbread mix as your canvas, let your creativity run wild. Add a handful of shredded cheese for extra richness, add creamed corn to enhance texture, toss in some diced jalapeños for a hint of heat, or drizzle honey butter over the top for a touch of sweetness.

How to doctor up boxed cornbread mix? ›

Heat and spices

You can stir in 1 cup of roasted chopped jalapeños or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne into the batter. Or, you can mix in 3 tablespoons of your favorite chile paste. Fields also recommends trying a little NOLA flair by adding a rounded ¼ teaspoon Cajun spice blend to your cornbread mix.

What is the difference between southern cornbread and sweet cornbread? ›

In contrast to the dryer, less-sweet nature of Southern cornbread, Northern cornbread is much more cakey and sweet. Indeed, colonial Americans made their cornbread with molasses to sweeten it. Also, Northern cornbread sometimes uses milk rather than buttermilk.

Why do some people put sugar in cornbread? ›

The change from stone to steel milling is likely what prompted cooks to start putting sugar in their cornbread, too. In the old days, Southerners typically ground their meal from varieties known as dent corn, so called because there's a dent in the top of each kernel.

Can I use milk instead of water for Jiffy biscuit mix? ›

“JIFFY” mixes can also be prepared with water or plant-based milk alternatives like soy, almond or coconut milk. Pineapple or orange juice may be substituted for flavor variation in the corn and fruit muffins. Feel free to experiment with other options and let us know if you find something else that works well.

Can you add sugar to cornbread mix? ›

Break Out The Sugar

A tablespoon or two makes the cornbread bottom crunchy while creating a caramelized, crunchy top.

How do you doctor up store bought cornbread? ›

corn kernels (canned or frozen) chopped jalapeños and or canned mild green chilies, and cheddar cheese all make great additions to cornbread. You can use butter to give the cornbread a special kick to make it taste better. I have used butter to give the cornbread more flavor.

Should I add an extra egg to my cornbread? ›

Some substitute an equal amount of butter for the oil. Another substitute is coconut milk and brown sugar for the milk and white sugar. For those who don't like their cornbread to be "crumbly," member Jeremy Joseph suggests adding one additional egg white and only two teaspoons of baking powder.

What are some things you can add to cornbread? ›

10 Mix-Ins for Classic Cornbread
  • Bacon and scallion. ...
  • Green chile and cheddar cheese. ...
  • Crumbled sausage and poultry seasoning. ...
  • Fresh corn and basil. ...
  • Pepperoni, parmesan, and black pepper. ...
  • Spicy shrimp and creole seasoning. ...
  • Brown sugar and pecan. ...
  • Cranberry and maple syrup.

What is sweet cornbread made of? ›

In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the oil, melted butter, honey, eggs, and milk. Pour into a greased 8-inch square pan.

What is a cornbread pone? ›

The term "pone" most likely entered English from Native American language terms like apan, oppone or supawn, meaning baked, possibly related to earlier ash cakes baked in hot coals. A "corn pone" is usually a small round loaf of cornbread, about the size of a biscuit, traditionally baked in a round cast iron skillet.

Which makes better cornbread white or yellow cornmeal? ›

Cornmeal: Opt for yellow cornmeal for this recipe, as it's sweeter than its white counterpart. Sugar: Use ⅔ cup white sugar for the perfect amount of sweetness. Baking powder: Baking powder acts as a leavener, which means it helps the cornbread rise.

What is the difference between yankee cornbread and southern cornbread? ›

Northern cornbreads tend to be more cake-like, on the sweet side, with a finer crumb due to more flour in the mixture. Southern cornbread is flavored with bacon grease, and cooked in a cast iron skillet, a perfect side for barbecues, or chili. It also tends to be rather crumbly.

What is cornbread called in the south? ›

Corn pones are a staple of Southern U.S. cuisine and have been discussed or referenced by many American writers, including Mark Twain.

Can diabetics eat sweet cornbread? ›

Diabetics should approach cornbread with caution due to its high carbohydrate content, which can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels. Traditional cornbread recipes often contain refined flour and added sugars, further exacerbating the issue.

How do you upgrade muffin mix? ›

5 Ways To Jazz Up Muffin Mix
  1. Add Fresh or Frozen Fruit. Adding fresh or frozen fruit to your Krusteaz muffin mix is a simple yet effective way to change up your muffins. ...
  2. Savory Add-Ins. ...
  3. Add Nuts. ...
  4. Add A Sweet Or Savory Swirl. ...
  5. Top With A Crunchy Topping.

What can I add to cornbread mix? ›

10 Mix-Ins for Classic Cornbread
  1. Bacon and scallion. ...
  2. Green chile and cheddar cheese. ...
  3. Crumbled sausage and poultry seasoning. ...
  4. Fresh corn and basil. ...
  5. Pepperoni, parmesan, and black pepper. ...
  6. Spicy shrimp and creole seasoning. ...
  7. Brown sugar and pecan. ...
  8. Cranberry and maple syrup.

How to make the best Jiffy Pop? ›

jiffy pop.
  1. measure out a half cup of popping kernels.
  2. pour two tablespoons of oil into a saucepan. add three kernels. cover. turn heat to medium. ...
  3. when popping noise stops, remove from heat.
  4. salt it up. if you dig, butter it up. {add a little sugar if you're really feeling crazy}. enjoy.
Oct 11, 2009

How to make jiffy cornbread less crumbly? ›

I want to keep the cornbread taste, just less crumbly! I recommend extra egg yolk, adding corn, and using cast iron to bake. Also, try a little lower temperature.

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