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Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins

Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins

The Crispy Chef
These Thanksgiving stuffing muffins are the ultimate holiday side dish upgrade. Each portion is golden and crispy on the outside with a tender, moist center, making them easy to serve, perfectly portioned, and crowd-pleasing. A fun, festive twist on classic stuffing!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Standard 12-cup muffin tin
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups (400 g) day-old bread cubes (sourdough, French, or sandwich bread)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup (150 g) celery, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes until lightly golden and dried out.
  • Melt 4 tbsp (55 g) butter in a skillet. Cook onion and celery 7–10 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat.
  • In a bowl, whisk broth and eggs. Melt the remaining 4 tbsp (60 g) butter and whisk it in along with sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Add toasted bread cubes and sautéed vegetables to the liquid mixture. Toss gently and let sit 10 minutes to absorb liquid.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Pack stuffing mixture tightly into cups.
  • Bake 25–30 minutes until tops are golden and centers are set.
  • Cool 5 minutes. Run a knife around edges and remove muffins. Serve warm with gravy.

Notes

Brush the tops with a little melted butter before baking for extra crispiness. For added flavor, mix in sausage, bacon, cranberries, or apples. Assemble a day ahead for stress-free cooking. Freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword holiday side dish, individual stuffing cups, stuffing muffins, thanksgiving stuffing
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