Vegan Cornbread –The BEST Easy Recipe! (2024)

Soft, sweet, buttery, and consistently delicious every time… this is the only vegan cornbread recipe you’ll ever need.

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Easy vegan cornbread recipe

Say hello to your new favorite cornbread.

The recipe is super easy to make, with just a few basic ingredients you can always keep on hand. No eggs, no milk or butter, and no flax seeds or expensive specialty flours.

It’s the perfect plant based healthy comfort food for serving alongside a bowl of homemade tortilla soup or vegetarian bean chili.

Also try this Vegan Mac and Cheese

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This homemade cornbread recipe is suitable for multiple special diets, as it can be made egg free, dairy free, vegan, gluten free, sugar free, and oil free.

The recipe reminds me of the famous Jiffy cornbread mix I grew up on, just without all the preservatives and hydrogenated lard.

With a tender and moist texture and soft buttery flavor, it has all the homestyle goodness of the classic Jiffy version and yet is much healthier for you (and secretly vegan!) at the same time.

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What do you eat with cornbread?

Vegan cornbread is the perfect side for a main dish of Vegetarian Chili or a thick and hearty soup, such as my favorite Lentil Soup Recipe.

It’s also delicious smothered in gravy (try this Mushroom Gravy) or served alongside roasted vegetables, sweet potato salad, vegetable stew, baked beans, mango salsa, or crumbled into milk and topped with berries or sliced banana and peanut butter for a filling and healthy breakfast.

And of course it’s a great recipe for any holiday party or big event, including Christmas, Easter, New Years Day (where cornbread is thought to represent good luck and prosperity thanks to its golden color), or a vegan Thanksgiving dinner feast.

I brought it to Super Bowl Sunday one year – along with these Buffalo Cauliflower Wings – and people couldn’t get enough!

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What type of cornmeal is best?

Typically, cornbread from scratch is made with either fine or medium ground cornmeal.

Course cornmeal (the kind used to make polenta) technically works here, but the texture of the finished product will be somewhat gritty.

For this recipe, feel free to use either white or yellow cornmeal. Regular cornmeal should be available at grocery stores in the same section as flour; or whole grain cornmeal is often at health food stores or Whole Foods. Either will work here.

Healthy cornbread ingredients

This simple cornbread is made with pantry staple ingredients, including flour, cornmeal, vinegar, salt, baking powder, and sweetener of choice.

Feel free to use fresh, frozen thawed, or canned and drained corn.

Cornbread is great topped with vegan butter spread, peanut or almond butter, strawberry jam, or even coconut butter.

Or stir a handful of blueberries, raisins, or jalapeños into the batter just before baking. You can also use it to make stuffing or as the base for a savory southern style cornbread casserole.

While I like to use nondairy butter spread, oil or even almond butter also work. Or if you need a low-fat version, you can replace the fat with an equal amount of applesauce. The resulting texture will be a bit gummy, but if you’re used to fat-free baking, that shouldn’t be a problem as long as you’re not serving the low-fat version at a party where the guests are expecting traditional cornbread.

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How to make vegan cornbread

To make the cornbread, start by whisking together all liquid ingredients.

Let the batter sit for at least 10 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and line or grease an 8×8 pan.

Combine all ingredients, pour into the prepared pan, and bake for 25 minutes on the oven’s center rack.

The recipe texture is much better the second day, so let sit overnight—very loosely covered—before tasting if possible.

This easy cornbread recipe is great for meal prep.

You can cook it in a square or round pan or cast iron skillet, or you can even turn it into vegan corn muffins if you’d prefer.

Leftovers can be loosely covered an refrigerated for 2-3 days, or you can also slice and freeze them for a rainy day!

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Vegan Cornbread

A soft and delicious homemade vegan cornbread recipe.

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Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Yield 9 large squares

5 from 22 votes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp white or cider vinegar
  • 3 tbsp applesauce
  • 3 tbsp buttery spread, oil, almond butter, or additional applesauce for fat-free
  • 1 1/3 cup corn
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup spelt, white, oat, or gf ap flour
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp sugar or your favorite sweetener of choice

Instructions

  • To make the cornbread, whisk together all liquid ingredients and let sit 10 minutes or more. Preheat your oven to 350 F. Line or grease an 8×8 pan. Combine all ingredients, pour into the pan, and bake 25 minutes. The recipe texture is much better the second day, so let sit overnight—very loosely covered—before tasting if possible.

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Notes

*See recommendations earlier in the post if unsure what type of cornmeal and fat sources will yield best results. If turning the recipes into muffins, shorten the baking time to 17 minutes. And if you’re a visual person, be sure to check out the recipe video above!

The vegan cornbread recipe was adapted from these Applesauce Muffins.

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Vegan Cornbread –The BEST Easy Recipe! (2024)

FAQs

Is Bob's Red Mill cornbread mix vegan? ›

Much like chia seeds, flaxseeds can be ground into meal and turned into an egg substitute within minutes. They are also great to use when turning traditional bread, such as cornbread into a vegan treat. Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Cornbread Mix, is a vegan blend and works amazingly when combined with flaxseed eggs.

Which cornbread mix is vegan? ›

The Cotton Creations Vegan Honey Pecan Cornbread mix has the perfect balance of sweet and buttery. It's so moist you won't know if you're eating cornbread or cake. The mix includes a package of candied pecans and vegan honey (inside the bag of mix).

What is a non dairy milk substitute for cornbread? ›

Among other milk alternatives like almond milk, soy milk and oat milk, soy milk is by far the best for baking. I learned this over the course of several years and many cookies, cakes, muffins and pies. Moreover, some people will tell you that you must swap full-fat coconut milk in for heavy cream or half-and-half.

What is a good egg substitute for cornbread? ›

Baking Powder/Baking Soda and Vinegar

When you mix them with vinegar, the batter will foam up and cause the substance to expand. Because of this, they make for great egg replacements in making cornbread. For every teaspoon of baking soda, you will need one tablespoon of vinegar.

What is the egg substitute for Bob's Red Mill cornbread? ›

Gluten Free Egg Replacer

Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Vegan Egg substitute is a vegan baking essential made with four simple and clean ingredients: potato starch, tapioca flour, baking soda, and psyllium husk fiber--no grains, soy, gluten or beans.

Is Marie Callender's cornbread vegan? ›

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 2 ingredients that derive from animals and 3 ingredients that could derive from animals depending on the source.

Is Krusteaz cornbread vegan? ›

This product is not vegan as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from animals and 2 ingredients that could derive from animals depending on the source.

Why is Jiffy cornbread not vegetarian? ›

Jiffy is a well-known brand I ate as a kid.

Turns out, the classic mix contains lard while the vegetarian one uses vegetable shortening.

Does vegetarian jiffy taste the same? ›

The flavor and texture of our new Vegetarian Muffin Mix remains true to America's Favorite “JIFFY” Corn Muffins.

What happens if you use water instead of milk in cornbread? ›

Can I substitute water for milk in cornbread mix? Yes, you can, but it may result in a less rich flavor. If you're out of milk, try using cream or half-and-half, evaporated or powdered milk, or even plain yogurt. If you have dietary restrictions, try soy milk or oat milk.

Can I use sour cream instead of milk for cornbread? ›

Sour Cream can be substituted for milk in cornbread but will need to be thinned. I recommend using 75% sour cream and 25% water. Sour Cream will also change the taste of the cornbread and will add a slight tangy flavor which can be counteracted by using a small amount of vanilla extract.

Can I use mayo instead of milk for cornbread? ›

As shocking as it may seem, mayonnaise is a perfect substitute for milk when making cornbread for the lactose intolerant.

Can you use mayo instead of eggs in cornbread? ›

Easy Cornbread Made with Mayonnaise

I know it may sound crazy, but this Jiffy Mix Cornbread made with mayonnaise is crazy good! Super moist and super delicious. I made this for dinner last month and it has quickly become a favorite at our house. A little sweet, a little crumbly, and a whole lotta yummy.

Can you use mayo as an egg substitute? ›

Mayonnaise. If you have a jar of mayo in the fridge, you can use 3 tablespoons in place of one egg. "Mayonnaise has been used as an egg substitute because of its moistening properties and is best suited for cakes with strong flavors, like spice cakes and chocolate cakes," Tutunjian says.

Can I use yogurt instead of eggs in cornbread? ›

Yogurt: the secret ingredient for making moist cornbread without eggs? Greek yogurt! I like to use high protein plain yogurt but a low fat yogurt would also work. It helps to replace additional oil that many recipes call for.

Are Bob's Red Mill products vegan? ›

All Bob's Red Mill products are vegetarian. This product is also vegan, meaning it does not include eggs, dairy or honey.

Is Bob Red Mill A vegan? ›

For a deliciously cheesy topping without any nasty ingredients, all vegans can agree that this is a must-have staple. With their hundreds of plant-based options, Bob's Red Mill is a holy grail for vegans. Did your favorite product make our top five list?

What are the ingredients in Red Mill cornbread mix? ›

Specially designed for those sensitive to wheat or gluten, this mix contains whole grain cornmeal, potato starch, whole grain sorghum flour, cane sugar, whole grain corn flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, sea salt and xanthan gum.

What cornmeal is vegan? ›

Cornmeal is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan, which makes it perfect for Celiacs or those with gluten allergies or dairy intolerances!

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