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    Home » Recipes » VEGAN GAME DAY SIDES

    Sam TurnbullAuthor: Sam Turnbull Updated: May 5, 2026

    Easy Vegan Cornbread Recipe (yum!!)

    4.97 from 159 votes
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    This Vegan Cornbread Recipe is perfectly sweet, moist, and buttery. Made from scratch with 8 simple ingredients, it's ideal for pairing with your favorite soups, stews, chili, or even as a base for stuffing at your next holiday feast. Just one bowl, mix, pour, and you're ready to bake the BEST cornbread you've ever tasted (vegan or not)! 🌽🍞

    This Vegan Cornbread Recipe is perfectly sweet, moist, and buttery. Made from scratch with 8 simple ingredients, it's ideal for pairing with your favorite soups, stews, chili, or even as a base for stuffing at your next holiday feast. Just one bowl, mix, pour, and you're ready to bake the BEST cornbread you've ever tasted (vegan or not)!

    FEATURED COMMENT:

    This is my all time favorite cornbread recipe. It always turns out perfect. I love how easy it is!  - Stacey ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    If you're looking for the perfect side dish to complement your vegan chili or any comforting bowl of soup, this vegan cornbread is the way to go! It's soft, moist, and buttery. Whether you toss in fresh or frozen corn kernels for extra flavor or keep it simple, this cornbread will be a hit at any gathering. Plus, it's freezer-friendly-so you can make a batch ahead of time!

    Just stir everything together, pour it into a pan, and bake. In under 30 minutes, you'll have a warm, delicious treat that everyone will love. If you're feeling extra indulgent, serve it with butter, jam, or your favorite spread for a little extra sweetness!

    This Vegan Cornbread Recipe is perfectly sweet, moist, and buttery. Made from scratch with 8 simple ingredients, it's ideal for pairing with your favorite soups, stews, chili, or even as a base for stuffing at your next holiday feast. Just one bowl, mix, pour, and you're ready to bake the BEST cornbread you've ever tasted (vegan or not)!

    Ingredients:

    • Cornmeal - The base of the recipe for the classic cornbread taste, color, and texture
    • All-purpose flour - For structure and lightness.
    • Plant-based milk - For moisture. Any non-dairy milk works such as oat, soy, or almond!
    • White sugar - For a touch of sweetness.
    • Vegan butter - For richness and a tender crumb.
    • Baking powder - To help the cornbread rise.
    • Salt - To balance flavors.
    • Corn kernels - Optional, for extra corn flavor and texture.
    mix up the simple corn bread batter.

    How to Make This Vegan Cornbread Recipe:

    1. Preheat your oven to 400F (200C), and lightly grease a 8" x 8" pan.
    1. In a large mixing bowl, add everything together except for the corn kernels. Stir until just combined. Don't over mix it. If you are adding corn kernels, add those in now, and give two or three more stirs to mix them in. Pour into the greased baking dish, and spread evenly with a spatula.
    spread the batter in the pan
    1. Bake 20 - 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Enjoy the corn bread still warm or cool.

    Want to make this recipe into vegan cornbread muffins? 🧁✨ Simply preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners. Prepare the batter as directed, then divide it evenly into 10-12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

    These muffins are perfect for meal prep, easy grab-and-go snacks, or serving alongside your favorite soups and stews!

    This Vegan Cornbread Recipe is perfectly sweet, moist, and buttery. Made from scratch with 8 simple ingredients, it's ideal for pairing with your favorite soups, stews, chili, or even as a base for stuffing at your next holiday feast. Just one bowl, mix, pour, and you're ready to bake the BEST cornbread you've ever tasted (vegan or not)!

     This Easy Vegan Cornbread recipe is…

    • Sweet, tender & delicious
    • Perfect with soups, stews & chili
    • Quick, easy & freezer-friendly!

    What to serve with corn bread:

    • My famous vegan chili
    • Vegan Irish stew
    • My Go-to Tomato Soup
    • Hearty Vegan Lentil Stew
    • Easy Vegan Split Pea Soup
    • Vegan Potato and Corn Chowder
    • Smoky Tofu and Bean Soup
    • Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich
    • BBQ Shredded Tofu

    If you try this recipe let us know by leaving a comment, rating it, and don't forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram. You can also pin this recipe on Pinterest to save it for later!
    Bon appetegan!
    Sam Turnbull.

    4.97 from 159 votes
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    Easy Vegan Cornbread Recipe

    This Vegan Cornbread Recipe is perfectly sweet, moist, and buttery. Made from scratch with 8 simple ingredients, it's ideal for pairing with your favorite soups, stews, chili, or even as a base for stuffing at your next holiday feast. Just one bowl, mix, pour, and you're ready to bake the BEST cornbread you've ever tasted (vegan or not)! 🌽🍞
    Prep: 5 minutes mins
    Cook: 25 minutes mins
    Total: 30 minutes mins
    Servings: 9 large pieces of cornbread
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ¼ cup cornmeal
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup plant-based milk
    • ½ cup white sugar
    • 5 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¾ cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen (optional)
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease an 8" x 8" pan.
    • In a large bowl, add everything together except for the corn kernels. Stir until just combined-be sure not to overmix! (A few lumps are perfectly fine.) If you're using corn kernels, add them in now and stir just 2-3 more times to incorporate.
    • Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

    Notes

    • Storage: If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Freezing: This cornbread freezes beautifully! Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
    • Cornbread Muffins: To make muffins, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or line with muffin liners. Prepare the batter as directed, then divide evenly into 10-12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
    • Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version. The texture may be slightly different, but it will still be delicious!
    • Jalapeño Option: For a spicy kick, stir in 1-2 finely chopped jalapeños when adding the corn kernels. This adds a delicious heat that pairs perfectly with the sweet and buttery cornbread!
    Serve this with the Best Vegan Chili for a complete meal, or enjoy it with vegan butter, jam, or your favorite spread!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving (recipe makes 9 servings) | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 207mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 303IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Author: Sam Turnbull
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Course: Side Dish

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