The Best Jiffy Cornbread Recipe! Enjoy sweet honey butter cornbread in just 25 minutes. It's easy, semi-homemade, and a guaranteed hit!
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This Honey Butter Jiffy Cornbread Recipe makes any occasion special. It's perfect for weeknight dinners, backyard BBQs, and family gatherings and is a tasty complement to other side dishes, like fried corn and roasted potatoes.
Reader Review: Linda says, "Finally had a chance to test the honey cornbread recipe, and it was great! I'll be making it again for sure." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
✨Featured In: 40 of The Best Cornbread Recipes by Eric over at Redbeansanderic.com.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Don't settle for basic cornbread! Our honey butter version, loaded with sweet and savory butter, delivers ooey-gooey perfection that will have everyone raving. It's guaranteed to become your new go-to side dish.
Honey Butter Bottom Layer – A gooey, buttery surprise that takes this Jiffy Cornbread Recipe to the next level.
Quick & Easy – Minimal ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.
Semi-Homemade – Uses Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix for convenience with a homemade twist.
Versatile – Enjoy as a side, snack, or even a dessert!
Here's What You Need
- Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix – Making it quick and easy.
- milk - May substitute buttermilk, heavy cream, sour cream, or dairy-free alternatives like almond milk.
- egg – Use an egg substitute, aquafaba, or a flax egg for a vegan version.
- honey – Adds natural sweetness and enhances moisture. May substitute maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- butter – Creates the rich, gooey bottom layer.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
Corn Muffins – Bake in a muffin tin for individual portions.
Jiffy Corn Casserole – Add whole corn and creamed corn.
Southern Cornbread – Sweeter and more cake-like. The perfect thing to make in a cast iron skillet.
Jalapeño Cornbread – Mix in diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Slow Cooker Corn Pudding – A creamy, indulgent version made in a crockpot.
How to Make the Best Jiffy Corn Bread
Get ready for rave reviews! This Jiffy cornbread with honey is so simple, that you'll be amazed at the incredible results. Just follow these steps, and enjoy the best Jiffy cornbread ever.
Step 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place oven rack to center position and pre-heat the oven to 400°F.
Step 2. Prepare Bottom Honey Butter Layer. Melt butter in the baking dish in the microwave for 1 minute.
Drizzle honey evenly over the melted butter, but do not mix. Set aside.
Step 3. Prepare Basic Jiffy Batter. In a medium bowl, whisk together Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, egg, and milk until just combined. Some lumps are fine.
Step 4. Pour Jiffy Batter. Pour batter evenly over the honey butter layer. Do not stir.
Step 5. Bake. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Note: The honey butter bottom layer will be bubbling when it comes out of the oven and ooey-gooey when it cools.
Step 6. Serve. Let cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy warm!
You might want to eat it with a spoon to scoop up some of the ooey-gooey honey butter bottom layer!
Top Tips
- Double It! This Jiffy cornbread recipe is always a hit. Double the recipe for large gatherings. Use a 9x13 inch Pyrex pan and bake until golden brown (approximately 30 minutes.)
- Don’t Over-mix the Batter. Stir the ingredients until just combined. Over-mixing can make the honey butter cornbread dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Use a Glass Baking Dish. Use a glass (Pyrex) baking dish so that you can see what the middle looks like. It needs to look done and not soupy.
- Let the Batter Rest. Allow the batter to sit for 5 minutes before baking. This helps the dry ingredients absorb moisture, resulting in a softer texture.
- Test with a Toothpick. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cornbread. If the toothpick comes out clean, it's done.
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How To Serve
This Best Jiffy Cornbread Recipe is an easy side dish for weeknight dinners, backyard BBQs, and family gatherings. You can't go wrong! Serve with our Oven-Baked Ribs, Copycat Honey Baked Ham, and Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes.
Recipe FAQs
Stir in honey, maple syrup, butter, jalapeños, or even cheddar cheese for extra flavor.
Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil to the batter for extra moisture and tenderness.
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 3-5 days or freeze for longer storage.
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📖 Recipe
Honey Butter Cornbread Recipe
Equipment
- 8 x 8 glass baking dish
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup milk
- ½ cup salted butter 1 stick
- ½ cup honey
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Place oven rack to center position and pre-heat the oven to 400°F.
- Prepare Bottom Honey Butter Layer. Melt butter in the baking dish in the microwave for 1 minute. Drizzle honey evenly over the melted butter, but do not mix. Set aside.½ cup salted butter, ½ cup honey
- Prepare Basic Jiffy Batter. In a medium bowl, whisk together Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, egg, and milk until just combined. Some lumps are fine.1.5 cups Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, 1 large egg, ⅓ cup milk
- Pour Jiffy Batter. Pour batter evenly over the honey butter layer. Do not stir.
- Bake. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.Note: The honey butter bottom layer will be bubbling when it comes out of the oven and ooey-gooey when it cools.
- Serve. Let cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy warm!
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Notes
Variations
- Corn Muffins – Bake in a muffin tin for individual portions.
- Jiffy Corn Casserole – Add whole corn and creamed corn.
- Southern Cornbread – Sweeter and more cake-like. The perfect thing to make in a cast iron skillet.
- Jalapeño Cornbread – Mix in diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Slow Cooker Corn Pudding – A creamy, indulgent version made in a crockpot.
Top Tips
- Double It! Double the recipe for large gatherings. Use a 9x13-inch Pyrex pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes.
- Don’t Over-mix the Batter. Stir the ingredients until just combined. Over-mixing can make the cornbread dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Use a Glass Baking Dish. Use a glass (Pyrex) baking dish so that you can see what the middle looks like. It needs to look done and not soupy.
- Let the Batter Rest. Allow the batter to sit for 5 minutes before baking. This helps the dry ingredients absorb moisture, resulting in a softer texture.
- Test with a Toothpick. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cornbread. If the toothpick comes out clean, it's done.
Linda Lee says
What is the correct amount of butter to use in this recipe? At the top, it says to use
1/2 CUP of butter. If you click "jump to recipe", it says to use 1/2 STICK of butter. I'd love to try this recipe, but I want to do it right. Thanks.
Seanna Borrows says
Hey Linda, Good catch! It's 1/2 cup of butter (1 stick). I've made the edit to the recipe. Thanks so much for contacting me. Hope you'll give it a try! S
Louanne Barber says
Good
Seanna Borrows says
Thanks Louanne. Glad you liked it!
Eileen says
This was absolutely delicious 😊
Seanna Borrows says
Thanks so much Eileen!
Sandra Pugliese says
This is a delicious cornbread recipe. I love to put honey on my cornbread , after I baked it. But this is a genius twist. Why didn't I think of this. Great job
Seanna says
Thanks so much for your sweet comment, Sandra. I'm so glad you like it. 😊
Debi says
We love this Jiffy cornbread down south! It's a staple at every potluck dinner and church social!
Seanna says
Thanks Debi! Its a favorite here too!
Joni Jon says
I use the vegetarian brand and add buttermilk and Agave. The regular brand has lord. This sounds good to.
Seanna says
Sounds great! Love the buttermilk add and Agave is tasty!
Lisa Hatfield says
The honey makes all the difference in this recipe, so good!
Seanna says
Thanks so much Lisa!
Laura says
I love how easy and buttery this cornbread is!!!
Seanna says
Thank Laura! Is such a tasty twist on an old favorite. So happy you like it!
Russ B says
Love the honey!
Seanna says
Me too! Irresistible!