Golden brown, crispy on the outside and moist and fluffy on the inside, air fryer cornbread is the perfect way to enjoy this classic Southern dish.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
You can use our Cracker Barrel Cornbread recipe, or make store bought Jiffy cornbread in the air fryer, either way, it's quick and easy, ready in less than 30 minutes!
- Easy to make. Just mix up the ingredients and pour the batter into the air fryer. No need to preheat the oven or grease a pan.
- Quick to cook. The cornbread will be ready in just 15-20 minutes.
- Versatile. You can make cornbread from scratch, or from a packaged mix. You can serve it as a side dish, a breakfast treat, or a snack.
- Delicious. The air fryer gives the cornbread a crispy crust and a moist interior that is simply irresistible.
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Air Fryer Cornbread Ingredients
Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and produces a delicious cornbread that everyone will love. Our Instant Pot Ham and Beans recipe is a natural pairing also.
I've included instructions for using a store bought Jiffy cornbread mix, as well as a recipe for homemade Jiffy cornbread, sized for a 6" or 7" round air fryer pan.
Method 1: Cornbread Air Fryer Recipe With Mix
- Jiffy cornbread mix - This small packaged mix is the perfect size for a 6" to 7" air fryer cake pan, or small springform pan.
- Egg
- Milk
Method 2: Homemade Jiffy Cornbread Mix
Jiffy cornbread mix tends to be a little sweeter than many other brands. If it's too sweet for you, you can reduce or omit the sugar.
- Flour - All purpose
- Cornmeal - Plain cornmeal like Alber's, not a mix.
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Sugar
- Egg
- Milk
- Vegetable oil
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Air Fryer Cornbread
Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a hearty side dish, this air fryer cornbread recipe is easy peasy. Not only do you get to enjoy warm, perfect golden-brown cornbread anytime, but it also
Combine Ingredients: Mix or Homemade
- Whether you're making the store bought Jiffy mix, or making the Homemade Jiffy mix, add the dry ingredients to a medium size mixing bowl.
- Whisk to break up any lumps, or if making from scratch, to combine all dry ingredients.
- Add the egg and milk for the box mix, if making from scratch, add the egg, milk, and oil. Mix lightly until combined. Batter will be a little lumpy, but that is fine.
Pour Batter Into Small Round Pan
- Spray a 6" to 7" round air fryer pan, or small springform pan with non stick cooking spray.
- Pour batter into the pan, and place in the air fryer for 16 to 22 minutes at 320 F. You don't even need to preheat the air fryer!
Check For Doneness
- At 16 minutes, peek to check for browning and doneness. Use a toothpick to stick in the middle. If it comes out clean, remove from the air fryer and cool.
- If the toothpick is not clean, continue to cook in the air fryer for another 3 to 5 minutes.
Slice And Serve
- Remove from the air fryer and cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Melt some butter over the top of the cornbread, then slice into pieces and serve!
Serving Suggestions
There’s something so satisfying and nostalgic about a warm slice of cornbread that adds the perfect touch to any meal. Whether you’re looking for an easy side dish or the main attraction at a potluck dinner, this classic recipe is sure to please!
Some ideas to serve this Jiffy air fryer corn bread with are:
- Curried Indian Red Lentil Soup
- Chorizo Beans (Frijoles con Chorizo)
- Pork Pozole Verde
- Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup
- Panera's Autumn Squash Soup
- Instant Pot Chili - NO Beans
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations when making Jiffy cornbread in air fryer:
- You can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour in this recipe.
- Reduce or omit the sugar if you prefer less sweet cornbread.
- You can also use buttermilk instead of milk in this recipe.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this air fryer Jiffy cornbread recipe.
- Nuwave Brio Air Fryer - Rotisserie - Grill - This 15 quart countertop Smart Oven has three slide in trays, that all can be used at the same time. You can air fry rotisserie chickens, an SO mush more!
- Nuwave Air Fryer 15 quart - This large family size basket air fryer has room to air fry enough for a large family!
- Gourmia Digital Air Fryer 6 quart - This basket style air fryer will handle four frozen waffles in the air fryer.
- Ninja Foodie Pro Air Fryer - Folds up out of the way on your counter.
- Nuwave Air Fryer 3 quart - This compact basket air fryer is perfect for singles or a small family of 2 or 3. You can air fry two frozen waffles in 4 minutes.
- Oil Sprayer - This is a perfect sprayer for spritzing a light coating of oil on vegetables, meats, and other prepared frozen foods before air frying. The tiny amount of oil ensures you get as amazing results as deep frying and roasting, with a fraction of the calories and splatter!
Storage and Reheating
- Air fryer corn bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
- To reheat, thaw the cornbread overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat in a microwave.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips for making Jiffy cornbread in an air fryer:
- You can add other ingredients to the batter, such as chopped vegetables or shredded cheese.
- To bake in a conventional oven: preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the cornbread for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Reduce or omit the sugar, based on your preference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, look for the small envelopes of cornbread mix, they are small enough to be perfectly sized for most small air fryers.
Yes, you can make this recipe in a conventional oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the cornbread for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Yes, just use individual silicone muffin liners in the round pan. Bake about 12 minutes at 320 F, test with a toothpick. Cook 3 to 5 minutes additionally, depending on doneness and air fryer.
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Air Fryer Cornbread
Ingredients
Method 1: Jiffy Mix
- 1 cornbread mix Jiffy, Martha White 8 oz size
- 1 Egg
- ⅓ cup Milk
Method 2: Homemade Jiffy Cornbread Mix
- ¾ cup Flour All purpose
- ¾ cup Cornmeal Plain cornmeal, not a mix
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- ½ teaspoon Baking soda
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 small Egg
- ⅔ cup Milk
- 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
- Whether you're making the store bought Jiffy mix, or making the Homemade Jiffy cornbread mix recipe, add the dry ingredients to a medium size mixing bowl.
- Whisk to break up any lumps, or if making from scratch, to combine all dry ingredients.
- Add the egg and milk for the box mix, if making from scratch, add the egg, milk, and oil. Mix lightly until combined. Batter will be a little lumpy, but that is fine.
- Spray a 6" to 7" round air fryer pan, or small springform pan with non stick cooking spray.
- Pour batter into the pan, and place in the air fryer for 16 to 22 minutes at 320 F. You don't even need to preheat the air fryer!
- At 16 minutes, peek to check for browning and doneness. Use a toothpick to stick in the middle. If it comes out clean, remove from the air fryer and cool.
- If the toothpick is not clean, continue to cook in the air fryer for another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Remove from the air fryer and cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Melt some butter over the top of the cornbread, then slice into pieces and serve!
Notes
- You can add other ingredients to the batter, such as chopped vegetables or shredded cheese.
- To bake in a conventional oven: preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the cornbread for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Reduce or omit the sugar, based on your preference.
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Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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