Copycat Famous Dave's Cornbread Muffins Recipe (2024)

Famous Dave's is famous for their food, and particularly, their Cornbread Muffins. Well, I have good new for you. Here is the recipe for the most famous and amazing Famous Dave's Cornbread Muffins. They taste better than the real deal, and you can enjoy them in the comforts of your own home.

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Give me all the cornbreads. I am a carb person. I can seriously feel myself getting angry if I don’t get my daily dose of carbs. The girl needs her carbs.

I especially need my cornbread. If you have been to Famous Dave’s BBQ, you know exactly what I am talking about. These cornbread muffins are out of this world.

If you haven’t been, that’s okay, because you are about to experience their muffins, without ever having to leave the house. Sounds like a win to me.

I am a SUCKER when it comes to cornbread with melted honey butter on top, and there is something about those yummy muffins from Famous Dave’s that make me eat at least 5 or 6 every time I go there.

We are also sharing a honey butter recipe with you today, that pairs perfectly with these delicious muffins.

Now you can make them at home with this simple recipe.

tips for baking cornbread

Cornbread can be intimidating, but don’t let it be. It’s not very often you see cornmeal come up in your ingredients list, but I promise you, you can do this, and these will turn out perfectly.

-The recipe calls for muffin tin liners (cupcake liners) which we definitely recommend for this recipe. Cornbread can be a little sticky when it cooks, no matter what pan you use, or how much pam you use.

We recommend using the liners, and not spraying each indentation with non-stick cooking spray. They still might stick to the pan, so it’s best to just play it safe and use the liners.

I have tried it multiple times without and have never really had much success when I make them without the liners.

-When cookie recipes tell me to separate the dry from the wet, I’ll be honest, I usually never listen because why dirty another bowl, when they will all be mixed together anyway?

Well for this recipe… you actually need to separate the wet from the dry for best results. The wet ingredients need to be fully incorporated. This will also lessen the chance of bumps in your batter.

This also allows the muffins to all have equal flour and cornmeal distribution.

We definitely recommend separating the wet from the dry with this recipe. (You’ll probably never hear me say that again, because I hate dirtying and extra dish).

make them whole wheat

If you are looking for a healthier alternative, you could also switch out the all-purpose flour for whole wheat flour. I prefer the taste of the all-purpose, but wheat flour would work just as well.

The texture also might be a little different. Start with less whole wheat flour, then add more as needed for desired thickness.

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Serves: 16

Copycat Famous Dave’s Cornbread Muffins Recipe

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Here is the recipe for the most famous and amazing Famous Dave's Cornbread Muffins. They taste better than the real deal, and you can enjoy them in the comforts of your own home.

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • cups cornmeal
  • cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup butter flavored shortening
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup milk
  • cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 4 Tablespoons butter

Instructions

Notes

  • We recommend using the liners, and not spraying each indentation with non-stick cooking spray. They still might stick to the pan, so it’s best to just play it safe and use the liners.

Nutrition

Calories: 272 kcal · Carbohydrates: 36 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 13 g · Saturated Fat: 7 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 30 mg · Sodium: 220 mg · Potassium: 100 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 15 g · Vitamin A: 142 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 54 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Equipment

  • Large Bowl

  • Medium Bowl

  • Muffin Tin

  • 16 cupcake liners

Recipe Details

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Slightly adapted from Eat Cake For Dinner

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  1. kevin says:

    this was the best corn bread ever! it was my first corn bread ever.

  2. Tanya Young says:

    So yummy! I threw it in a cast iron skillet and baked for 10 more minutes.

  3. Aileen says:

    Made half of your recipe and my southern husband loved it! Yummy! Made it in cast iron skillet.

  4. Cyd says:

    So awesome! We are glad you like it. Have a great week.

  5. A.Inglethorpe says:

    Has anyone tried this in a cast iron muffin pan? I’m wondering if I will still need the muffin cups?

  6. Will says:

    Went so well with the ribs left over from Sunday barbacue. Most excellent mffins

  7. Rick says:

    I am getting ready to try this since I have taken over cooking in the house. A couple have mentioned Cast Iron skillets... What size and I also see adding 10 minutes. I will try both this weekend since I will be making some Jambalaya to go with it.

  8. Nidama says:

    This recipe is spot on, delicioso!!!!

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  9. Kim says:

    What is butter flavored shortening? Can I use butter?

  10. Momma Cyd says:

    Butter flavored Crisco.

  11. Kent E. says:

    Excellant recipe. I think this is much more moist and flavorful than what I was looking for. I will definitely be making this again.

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  12. Ron Burg says:

    Great recipe, far improvement over FD.Keep up the good work

  13. Kelly F. says:

    You mentioned below:We are also sharing a honey butter recipe with you today, that pairs perfectly with these delicious muffins.I don't see a honey butter recipe anywhere on the page? Can you please link?

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  14. Momma Cyd says:

    Honey Butter½ cup butter softened¼ teaspoon vanilla1 egg yolk1 cup honeyDirections:Whip butter, add vanilla and egg yolk. Gradually whip in honey until light and fluffy. Makes 1 ½ cups.

  15. Drina says:

    Can I make this batter a day ahead and store in the fridge?

  16. Momma Cyd says:

    No problem. Mix the batter, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate it overnight. The next morning, scoop the batter and bake the muffins!

  17. Dani says:

    This recipe it was great but I wonder if you could use corn flour in place of cornmeal? Has anyone done this?

  18. Melissa says:

    I have never made an actual cornbread, but I am about to try. Can a can of creamed corn be added into this recipe? I really like having actual corn in the bread. If so, would any other ingredients need to be adjusted? Thank you.

  19. Momma Cyd says:

    We haven't made it by adding in creamed corn. You might have to experiment with that.

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Copycat Famous Dave's Cornbread Muffins Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in famous Dave's cornbread? ›

Sugar, Yellow Corn Meal, Bleached Wheat Flour, Palm Oil, Salt, Leavening (Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Xanthan Gum, Dextrose, Not More than 2% Silicon Dioxide Added to Prevent Caking. Contains Wheat and Their Derivatives.

How to make famous Dave's cornbread better? ›

One of the simplest ways is to bring in more flavor and depth is by adding ⅓ cup of sour cream to the batter, which makes the cornbread extra moist and a little tangy.

What's the difference between cornbread and corn muffins? ›

Cornbread is a quick bread made with cornmeal that may or may not contain sugar and is usually baked in a skillet, pan, or into sticks. Corn muffins are baked in muffin tins and contain cornmeal and generous amounts of sugar; most are more cake-like in texture.

Can you add honey to famous Dave's cornbread mix? ›

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir. Add in milk, vegetable oil, and honey. Mix well until batter is smooth. Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full and bake for 18-20 minutes (watch for the tops to turn or until golden).

What is the difference between Southern cornbread and sweet cornbread? ›

A quick Google search will tell you that Southern cornbread is oftentimes devoid of any sugar, while its Northern counterpart is light, sweet, buttery and cakelike.

What is the difference between Yankee cornbread and Southern cornbread? ›

The thing that distinguishes Southern cornbread from, say Yankee cornbread, or any other cornbread one is likely to eat outside of the southern states, is that it is savory, not sweet, and it is made mostly with cornmeal.

What makes cornbread muffins rise? ›

As the batter bakes, the carbon dioxide produced by the baking powder makes bubbles in the batter. The bubbles are trapped by the surrounding structure of the batter, mainly supported by proteins in the flour and eggs. Butter the muffin pan or line it with paper muffin cups.

Can I add corn to Famous Dave's cornbread mix? ›

If you are making a package mix, you probably don't have time to cut fresh kernels off an ear of corn, but you can open a can of corn or pull a bag out of the freezer (no need to thaw the kernels), and stir in as much as you like. Start with half a cup. If you want your cornbread cornier, stir in more.

What makes cornbread rise baking soda or baking powder? ›

If you're wondering, “what makes bread rise, baking soda or baking powder?” the answer is both, depending on the recipe. Even though baking soda and baking powder both perform the same job in baking, they are chemically different and cannot be substituted one for one in recipes.

Why do my cornbread muffins fall apart? ›

Avoid over-mixing the batter.

Cornbread batter should still be lumpy when you put it in the oven. If you are mixing it until it's smooth like cake batter, that could be the cause of your crumbly cornbread! Stop blending as soon as all the ingredients are mixed together.

Do Jiffy cornbread have pork in it? ›

Jiffy cornbread mix is not vegan because it contains lard, a clarified fat derived from the belly of a pig. Other brands may also contain honey, honey powder, and/or butter, egg or milk products so it is important to check the ingredients list before purchasing.

Which is healthier bread or cornbread? ›

White bread is rich in calories, whereas cornbread is 60% lower in calories — white bread has 238 calories per 100 grams, while cornbread has 96 calories. Therefore, cornbread has more nutrients than white bread. Consequently, you can consider it to be healthier.

What temperature do you bake Famous Dave's cornbread? ›

For the cornbread: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 9 or an 8 x 8 pan with butter or spray. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, cake mix, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.

How many calories are in a famous Dave's cornbread muffin? ›

Served with a Corn Bread Muffin (260 Cal.).

What to add to cornbread mix to make it better? ›

24 Things To Add to Jiffy Cornbread Mix to Make It Even Better
  1. ⅓ cup white sugar + ¼ cup brown sugar + ⅓ cup sour cream + 4 tablespoons melted butter + 1 tablespoon vanilla.
  2. 1 tablespoon oil, melted butter, or browned butter.
  3. ½ cup mayonnaise.
  4. ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt.
  5. 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup.
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What are the ingredients in Famous Dave's sauce? ›

Brown Sugar, Tomato Paste, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Sugar, Contains 2% or Less of the Following: Salt, Tamarind Extract, Ground Chili Pepper, Mustard Flour, Natural Smoke Flavor, Molasses, Ground Red Pepper, Garlic Powder, Spices, Minced Garlic, Onion Powder.

What is cornbread batter made of? ›

Whisk flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Add milk, vegetable oil, and egg; whisk until well combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.

Is there gluten in Famous Dave's cornbread mix? ›

No. This product is not gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains gluten and 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source.

What is cornbread stuffing made of? ›

Add sautéed onion and celery to the crumbled cornbread. Stir in chicken stock, eggs, sage, salt, and pepper until well combined. Pour dressing into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until dressing just starts to turn golden brown around the edges, about 30 minutes.

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