Simple, reliable, and fuss-free, Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix is always there for you in a pinch. But even when your family is craving something a little more elaborate, there’s no reason to sacrifice ease for deliciousness. Whether it’s deep savory flavor or a little something sweet you’re after, a few simple mix-ins are all it takes to take a basic mix into exciting new directions. Here are ten of our favorite no-fail combinations; give them a shot—or feel free to experiment on your own!
1. Bacon and scallion
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ⅓ cup of crumbled bacon and 2 tablespoons of chopped scallions. Bake as directed and serve warm, alone or alongside fried eggs.
2. Green chile and cheddar cheese
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ¼ cup of chopped green chiles and ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Bake as directed and serve warm, alone or alongside beans.
3. Crumbled sausage and poultry seasoning
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ⅓ cup of crumbled cooked breakfast sausage and 1 teaspoon of poultry seasoning. Bake as directed and serve warm, alone or as part of a holiday bread basket.
4. Fresh corn and basil
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen corn kernels and 1 tablespoon of minced fresh basil. Bake as directed and serve warm, alone or alongside roast chicken.
5. Pepperoni, parmesan, and black pepper
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ¼ cup of finely chopped pepperoni, ⅓ cup grated parmesan, and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Bake as directed and serve warm, alone or alongside meatballs and sauce.
6. Spicy shrimp and creole seasoning
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ½ cup of chopped cooked shrimp, 1 teaspoon finely diced jalapeno, and 1 teaspoon of creole seasoning. Bake as directed and serve warm, alone or alongside poached eggs.
7. Brown sugar and pecan
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ⅓ cup of chopped pecans and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Bake as directed and serve warm, plain or slathered with butter.
8. Cranberry and maple syrup
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ½ cup of fresh or frozen cranberries and 3 tablespoons of maple syrup. Bake as directed and serve warm, plain or drizzled with more maple syrup.
9. Blueberry and lemon
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ½ cup of fresh or frozen blueberries and the zest of 1 lemon. Bake as directed and serve warm, plain or spread with butter and jam.
10. Grated apple and honey
Prep a batch of Martha White’s Cornbread and Muffin Mix, adding ½ cup of grated apple and 2 tablespoons honey. Bake as directed and serve warm, plain or with butter, jam, or apple butter.
