The Ultimate Jiffy Cornbread Recipe

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4.7

387 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    17 mins

  • Servings

    16 pieces

  • Calories

    142 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

The Ultimate Jiffy Cornbread Recipe

This cornbread recipe enhances a classic Jiffy mix with melted butter and sour cream for a moist and tender crumb. Adding sugar adjusts sweetness if preferred, and the cornbread bakes to a golden brown in under 20 minutes. It's straightforward to prepare in an 8x8 pan, making it a practical choice for side dishes that pair well with hearty meals.

Description

The Ultimate Jiffy Cornbread Recipe starts with a box of corn muffin mix combined with melted salted butter, sour cream, eggs, and optional sugar. This mixture creates a batter that's moist and rich, resulting in cornbread with a soft texture and a mildly sweet flavor when sugar is included. Baking in a greased pan at 375°F ensures even cooking and a golden crust. The sour cream adds tanginess and moisture, making the bread tender rather than crumbly.

The cornbread can be sliced and served warm alongside barbecue, chili, or soups. It holds well for reheating as leftovers. The basic nature of the recipe allows for variations, such as adding drained canned corn kernels to introduce additional texture and bursts of corn flavor.

If desired, adding a can of drained kernel corn helps incorporate extra sweetness and texture, enhancing the experience. This flexibility makes the recipe accessible for cooks seeking a classic but adaptable cornbread option.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 package corn muffin mix Jiffy
  • 1/2 cup butter melted, salted
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2-3 tablespoons sugar if you like a sweeter cornbread
  • 2 large egg beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease an 8x8 pan and set aside.
  2. Mix together the butter, sour cream and add sugar.
  3. Add in the eggs, beating in completely.
  4. Stir in the box of Jiffy mix. Mix now until the ingredients are completely incorporated.
  5. Spread the mixture out in the pan in an even layer.
  6. Bake for 17-20 minutes until golden brown and baked through.
  7. Remove and slice and serve.

Notes

  • For extra corn texture, add a can of drained kernel corn to the batter before baking.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 142kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 43mg (14%) Sodium 188mg (8%) Potassium 36mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 273IU (5%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 142 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 142kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 43mg 14%
Sodium 188mg 8%
Potassium 36mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 273IU 5%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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