Copycat Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix Recipe
This Copycat Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix recipe delivers the convenience of a store-bought mix with fresh homemade flavor. Whip up fluffy, golden corn muffins using simple pantry ingredients, perfect for breakfast or as a side dish. This easy mix can be prepared ahead and stored, then quickly transformed into delicious muffins by adding just an egg and milk.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 muffins 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Muffin Mix
- ⅔ cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup yellow cornmeal (medium grind)
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 Tablespoons oil
For Muffins
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup milk
- Butter or oil for greasing muffin tin
- Prepare Muffin Mix: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the oil and stir until fully combined with no lumps. Store the mixture in an airtight mason jar or zip-top bag for future use.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Grease a 6-cup muffin tin using butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Make Muffin Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the prepared muffin mix, the egg, and milk. Stir well until the batter is uniform and smooth.
- Rest the Batter: Let the batter rest for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the cornmeal to hydrate, improving texture.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Using a 3 tablespoon cookie scoop or spoon, evenly divide the batter into the six muffin wells.
- Bake the Muffins: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 14 to 18 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For best results, use medium grind cornmeal as it balances texture and moisture.
- You can substitute milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor.
- Mix can be stored for up to 1 month in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Add extras like shredded cheese or jalapeños to the batter for variation.
- Adjust baking time slightly if using mini or jumbo muffin pans.
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