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This Copycat Jiffy Cornbread Mix tastes just like the boxed variety. Only 5 minutes and 6 ingredients necessary with no added preservatives or lard.

homemade jiffy cornbread mix in a mason jar

I don’t know about you, but during the holidays I go through a LOT of corn muffin mix (hello corn casserole). Because I bake with it so much, I always assume I have some on hand…but you know what they say when you assume. 😉 This copcat jiffy cornbread mix recipe is PERFECT for those times when you’ve run out of boxes and don’t have time to go to the store. Trust me. Nobody will ever know the difference!

Ingredients

With only 6 ingredients, we’re able to make an exact copy of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix!

  • Yellow Cornmeal – dried yellow corn that has been ground and is used to add flavor and texture to recipes. White cornmeal may be used if necessary, because there are only slight differences in flavor. The only difference will really be in color. Cornmeal is found in fine, medium, and coarse, but most baking recipes will use fine or medium. It’s likely the cornmeal package won’t be labeled with anything, but it’s probably fine or medium. Do not use self-rising cornmeal, because it contains additional leavening agents such as baking soda.
  • All-Purpose Flour – a good base for all different kinds of baked goods, especially quick breads, that will produce a light, yet moist and tender cornbread, corn muffin, etc. If you’d like to make this gluten free, try an all-purpose cup-for-cup gluten free flour blend.
  • Granulated Sugar – there is a great divide over whether sugar should be added to cornbread or not, but it’s listed on the back of the Jiffy box and we’re looking to make an exact copy of it! Granulated sugar provides sweetness, enhances the flavor of the corn, and helps keeps baked goods moist and tender.
  • Baking Powder – our leavening agent which contains baking soda, cream of tartar, and sometimes cornstarch. Baking powder helps our recipes rise and maintain a light, fluffy texture.
  • Salt – provides flavor. Whether a sweet or salty recipe is being made, salt is a key ingredient to create a flavorful final dish. Only a little is called for, because additional salt is likely going to be added when using the mix in a recipe. Example: if you’re using this cornbread mix to replace the Jiffy in my corn casserole, an additional 1/2 teaspoon+ of salt is being added.
  • Unsalted Butter – used to replace the lard (animal fat) found in the boxed mix. We’re using butter today to keep this recipe vegetarian while also providing a rich, buttery flavor and creamy, yellow color. Again, we’re just using a little, because additional fat like oil or more butter will likely be used. Example: in my slow cooker corn pudding, an additional 1/2 cup butter will be used. Use a plant based butter to make this vegan.
Pro tip
A neutral flavored oil (like canola oil or avocado oil) may be used to replace the butter in a pinch, but it’s not as flavorful.

How to make

You’re only 5 minutes away from a homemade mix that can be used in any recipe calling for 1 (8.5 oz) box of corn muffin mix.

  1. Stir cornmeal, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt and butter together until combined.
  2. Use to replace 1 (8.5 oz) box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix.
Pro tip
Use the scale in the recipe box below to easily replace 2 or even 3 boxes of mix!

How do i make it into muffins?

Turning this mix into muffins couldn’t be easier. Simply follow the same directions that are listed on the box of Jiffy!

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and grease a standard non-stick 12 slot muffin tin with cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Stir cornmeal, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt and butter together.
  3. Add in 1 large egg and 1/3 cup buttermilk, then stir until combined.
  4. Use a large cookie scoop to portion the batter evenly into 6 of the prepared slots.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the muffins are cooked through.
Pro tip
This recipe will result in muffins that are nearly identical to muffins made using the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix which, honestly, are mediocre at best. I highly recommend checking out my post on How to Make Jiffy Cornbread Better instead.

copycat jiffy cornbread mix in a mason jar

What to make with jiffy cornbread mix

This homemade mix can be used to replace 1 (8.5 oz) box corn muffin mix in any recipe!

How to store

Because it contains melted butter, the cornbread mix should be used right away. If you’d like to make the mix in advance, omit the butter until ready to use — just remember to add it in! Without the butter, the mix will last in an airtight container for up to 1 year at room temperature, in the fridge, or the freezer.

– Jennifer

homemade corn muffin mix in a jar

Copycat Jiffy Cornbread Mix

4.78 from 27 votes
This Copycat Jiffy Cornbread Mix tastes just like the boxed variety. Only 5 minutes and 6 ingredients necessary with no added preservatives or lard.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Yield: 1 (8.5 oz) box
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Ingredients

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  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour use an all-purpose cup-for-cup gluten free flour blend
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter use plant based butter to make this vegan

Instructions

  • Whisk cornmeal, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a medium sized bowl.
  • If using immediately, stir in melted butter, then use to replace 1 (8.5 oz) box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix.
  • If using later, place into an airtight container and add butter when ready to use.
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STORING
Room Temp:1 Year
Refrigerator:1 Year
Freezer:1 Year
Reheat:N/A
*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Copycat Jiffy Cornbread Mix
Amount Per Serving (1 (8.5 oz) box)
Calories 939 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 60mg20%
Sodium 1378mg60%
Potassium 1543mg44%
Carbohydrates 161g54%
Fiber 9g38%
Sugar 51g57%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 700IU14%
Calcium 542mg54%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

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Course: Snacks, Side Dishes, and Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Author: Jennifer Debth

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  3. A.

    Doha, Baladiyat ad Dawhah

    4 stars This recipe is great. FYI if you live where yellow cornmeal is hard to find semolina flour works as a great substitute and tastes similar. I have used it for making the muffins/cake, part of corn souffle, and making pancakes! It would be great if you added the Jiffy muffin box directions to the recipe so I didn’t have to open another tab and google it though.
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  5. Jan

    5 stars Wanted to make a Jazzed up mini-muffin that started with Jiffy mix. You guessed it, no mix on hand. Made the mix then stirred in the extra ingredients for the jazzed muffins. Delish with a taco soup tonight. Thanks for the recipe. I might never buy the mix again since I typically have all of these ingredients on hand. Thanks!
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  7. Vicky

    Cape Coral, Florida

    4 stars I don’t understand- “then use to replace 1 (8.5 oz) box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix.” There’s no liquid in your recipe. ??
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  11. HC

    Plano, Texas

    5 stars Great copycat recipe! This recipe tastes just like Jiffy and to me has an even better texture. I’ve used it as plain cornbread but also in my southern cornbread stuffing recipe. I won’t ever buy jiffy again!
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  12. Joy

    United States

    5 stars I hope this works I want to make a corn casserole. Thought I had a box of Jiffy and I didn’t, this will be great if it works! Thanks
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  18. Jane

    United States

    4 stars It’s a nice cornbread that has the texture and density equivalent to Jiffy, however, the flavor is not quite Jiffy. In my cooking I may experiment with powder or liquid buttermilk and increase the ratio of cornmeal over the portion of all purpose flour to achieve the flavor match I seek.
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  24. Chelle

    Memphis, Tennessee

    5 stars So easy to throw together. Already had everything I needed in the pantry and the bread tastes just like the box mix from the store. Maybe even a little better!
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