And as we head into Thanksgiving season, cornbread starts to do double-duty, showing up on the weeknight dinner table and also getting gussied up for the big feast in the form of cornbread stuffing (or dressing, depending on the way you use it and the term your family prefers).
I have a go-to from-scratch cornbread recipe that I like, but when things get busy, as they often do around the holidays, it's great to have a shortcut that you can reach for. It's great to have a cornbread mix in the pantry because it comes together super quickly. Some mixes call for eggs, butter and milk, while others call for just water.
To help you find the best cornbread mix, I took on a delicious task: making, baking and tasting 10 different popular brands and ranking them worst to best. At the end of the blind taste test, my team of tasters and I found a lot to love. We were able to crown a winner, but I was happy to learn that there's a cornbread mix for pretty much every kind of cornbread fan—those who like it sweet, savory, moist and tender or super buttery. Keep reading to find the cornbread brand you should add to your cart.
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What to Look for When Shopping for Cornbread Mix
First off, do you want a cornbread that leans more sweet or savory? Some mixes offer different flavors, like honey butter, buttermilk and sweet or Southern cornbread—the latter of which is traditionally more on the savory side.
Lastly, when groceries are at an all-time high, cost may play a major role when shopping. Cornbread mixes vary in price, but each also requires additional ingredients. Some only call for water, while others require eggs, milk and butter.
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How I Tested These Cornbread Mixes
When it came time to bake, I prepared all the mixes within the same timeframe to ensure equal freshness. I labeled each disposable pan with the brand name on one side and assigned a number to each contender. This setup let me obscure the brand name, which made it easy to conduct a blind tasting. When ranking the cornbreads, we took into consideration overall appearance, flavor and texture.
At the end of the tasting, I tallied all of the scores and we had a clear winner. Read on to find out how the cornbread crumbled in this tasty test.
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10 Cornbread Mixes, Ranked Worst To Best
10. Martha White Yellow Cornbread & Muffin Mix
That said, I added milk rather than water to the mix (Martha’s suggested options), to make it more on par with the other contenders. The mix didn't call for added butter, which may have contributed to the dryness.
Perhaps this mix would taste better with melted butter on top, as displayed on the front of the packaging. The box also includes a cornbread dressing recipe that sounds delicious.
9. Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
On a positive note, Jiffy is very reasonably priced and only requires one egg and ⅓ cup of milk to prepare. In addition, this box is the smallest of the bunch, if your storage space is at a premium.
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8. Fleischmann’s Simply Homemade Cornbread Mix
Fleischmann’s didn't pop in taste or appearance. Compared to the other brands, the group agreed this cornbread would best be enjoyed with chili—but not as a standalone treat. One tester noted, “This is decent, but it’s also one of those drier cornbreads.” While it has a slightly grainy cornbread texture and sweet, buttery flavor, it didn't stand out from the pack. On the upside, I appreciate that this baking no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
7. Zatarain’s Honey Butter Cornbread Mix
Zatarain’s immediately caught my attention, however, because it’s produced in the heart of the south: New Orleans, LA. I was interested in trying some of the stir-in ideas that are suggested on the box, including a can of whole kernel corn, ground cinnamon and Zatarain's Creole seasoning. The mix contains no preservatives, artificial flavors, or colors, which is always a plus for health-minded shoppers.
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6. Trader Joe’s Cornbread Mix
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5. 365 Whole Foods Market Cornbread & Muffin Mix
This was the only mix calling for vegetable oil rather than butter, but overall, it was pretty rich, moist, and “buttery” on the inside. This brand is also the only one in our test that is non-GMO verified, which is typically very important to a lot of shoppers.
4. Krusteaz Southern Cornbread & Muffin Mix
One tester said, “It had a crispy edge to it with a doughy, moist center. There was a muted corn flavor—not too overpowering.” It was definitely a top favorite when it came to taste and appearance, taking on a lighter golden hue.
The brand also recommends making this in a skillet, which could be a fun twist and would bump up the crunch on the edges.
3. Famous Dave’s Original Recipe Corn Bread Mix
I can’t say anything bad about this one—it was a tough choice choosing a winner among the top three. Dave’s even inspired me to make honey butter. The recipe on the side of the box (just a combo of clover honey and softened butter), is something I'm definitely serving with my next pan of cornbread.
2. Duncan Hines Dolly Parton’s Sweet Cornbread & Muffin Mix
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1. Bob’s Red Mill Golden Cornbread Baking Mix
We didn’t go into the test thinking “tastes like scratch” is what we were seeking, but it’s that very quality that helped this brand secure first place. Perhaps Bob’s Signature “crafted mix of high-quality flours” is the secret to sweet, moist, golden-topped, delicious cornbread.
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