Stuffing Muffins Recipe (2024)

Recipe from Ilene Godofsky

Adapted by Tara Parker-Pope

Updated Oct. 12, 2023

Stuffing Muffins Recipe (1)

Total Time
1 hour 15 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes active time
Cook Time
45 minutes inactive time
Rating
4(229)
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Stuffing is a traditional Thanksgiving accompaniment to the turkey, but turning stuffing into muffins helps them hold their own on the holiday table -- with or without the bird.

This recipe for stuffing muffins comes from reader Ilene Godofsky of Queens, who writes the Colorful Kitchen food blog. (Ms. Godofsky's vegan pumpkin double-chocolate brownies make the blog worth the visit!)

We like this fresh take on stuffing, and the fact that you can serve these muffins on their own, or top with two of our other favorite side dishes -- mashed potatoes and gravy. —Tara Parker-Pope

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Ingredients

Yield:12-18 Mini muffins (depending on pan)

  • 8cups bread cubes (about 1 loaf)
  • 3tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1medium onion, diced
  • 4cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups celery, diced
  • 1tablespoon ground flax seed
  • 1teaspoon thyme
  • 1teaspoon rosemary
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2½ - 3 cups vegetable broth
  • oil to grease muffin tin

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Nutritional analysis per serving (15 servings)

114 calories; 5 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 1 gram monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 14 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 210 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spread bread cubes out on baking sheet in an even layer. Bake until toasted (about 10 to 15 minutes). Transfer bread to large bowl.

  2. Step

    2

    Heat the vegan butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add the onion, garlic and celery. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are very soft, about 10 minutes. Add mixture to bowl with bread cubes.

  3. Step

    3

    Stir together the ground flax seed and 3 tablespoons warm water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes to bloom and then add to the bowl with the bread. Add thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper into bowl with bread. Add the vegetable broth, one cup at a time, and toss together. Allow to absorb for a minute before adding more broth. If the bread is too soggy, do not add the full amount.

  4. Step

    4

    Lightly grease the mini muffin tin. Spoon mixture into each spot, packing it down and filling it slightly above the top. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until edges are browned. Remove from oven and let sit until cool enough to handle.

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Meera

The flaxseeds are an egg substitute, so you can just substitute one egg for the "flaxseed and warm water" part of the recipe (I just did this and they turned out great!)

guesswhat

I like mine without animal cruelty, though, so I use a vegan margarine called Earth Balance. It's not identical to butter, but it's very good.

guesswhat

You may not realize this, but vegan gravy exists.

Melo in Ohio

Or could use olive oil.

bda

egg sub for flaxseed

llb

We renamed these stuffins

Vegan cook

Vegan gravy, is SO easy 2 make! Put 1 tbs non GMO corn starch, OR flour & a tbs of vegan "butter" in a small sauce pot, on med heat. Whisk together, when butter melts. This is a vegan roux. To make vegan gravy. Add 1 cup water & 1 tsp of Better Than Bullion vegetable base in pot. Add herbs, garlic, etc., Whisk together.Increase heat 2 high, keep whisking, until thickness u want. Turn off heat. it's done!If 2 thick, thin with water, or plant beverage of choice.

Gay Chad

Awesome recipe, tastes so much better with natural, organic butter!

ro

I used flaxseed with my left over stuffing and minced lamb.. delish!

Cville Babsi

Used two eggs instead of flax seed, and real butter. Only about 1 1/2 cups of veggie broth. Also added chopped and crispy fried shiitake mushrooms in with the veggies. They turned out really delicious!

llb

We renamed these stuffins

Barb

The bottoms were under cooked, 2 .5 cups of broth was a little too much, next time I will use just two cups. After taking a few out of the pan to go with dinner I put them back for another 30 minutes and that did the trick. Yummy stuffing and cute presentation.

CM

Using brioche & a regular muffin tin, 2 cups of stock was too much. I think 1.5 would have done the trick! I baked for almost double the time and the bottom was still soggy, while the top was appropriately crisp. Flavor was great though!

Jennie

Forgot to add: I did NOT make this vegan--subbed eggs for flax seeds and used dairy butter and (somewhat salty) homemade turkey broth.

Jennie

I think I must have doubled the amount of bread (didn't measure) but kept everything else the same. However, I did add 4 "large" eggs that seemed pretty dinky to me. Had no trouble with the muffins falling apart. HOWEVER, I did use pre-seasoned Pepperidge Farm stuffing bread bits and the end result was too salty and sagey and highly seasoned. Next time make own croutons out of plain bread (sourdough or challah). Otherwise, super cute and yummy!

Vegan cook

Vegan gravy, is SO easy 2 make! Put 1 tbs non GMO corn starch, OR flour & a tbs of vegan "butter" in a small sauce pot, on med heat. Whisk together, when butter melts. This is a vegan roux. To make vegan gravy. Add 1 cup water & 1 tsp of Better Than Bullion vegetable base in pot. Add herbs, garlic, etc., Whisk together.Increase heat 2 high, keep whisking, until thickness u want. Turn off heat. it's done!If 2 thick, thin with water, or plant beverage of choice.

Susan

GUYS...I'm going to do this this weekend and sub the suggested herbs with Frontier Co-op's Poultry Seasoning and add tempeh bacon crumbles to the mix and some dried cranberries. *so excited*

wilcoworld

There's a sauce pictured. Is there a recipe somewhere? Would complete this great idea.

Dani S.

This recipe made 24 mini muffins and 6 bonus regular size muffins for me. The larger muffins stuck together better and all of them were more stuck together the day after baking. I've frozen the leftovers. Anyone else do this? Tips on reheating?

bda

egg sub for flaxseed

Monika

Is there a substitution one could use for the flaxseeds? Simply because I don't want to buy a whole bag for a recipe that I will only need 1 Tbs for. I will not be making this for any vegans, so I can use anything in place of it.

Meera

The flaxseeds are an egg substitute, so you can just substitute one egg for the "flaxseed and warm water" part of the recipe (I just did this and they turned out great!)

Carol

Is there a substitute for the onion in this? My vegan friend hates onion. How about carrots?

Vegan cook

Chives? Another herb they like?

Pls

Has anyone tried freezing these and heating them later. Stuffing is a side dish my kids like throughout the year and I'm looking for easy heathy make ahead options.

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FAQs

Can you make stuffing ahead of time and reheat? ›

Can you prepare stuffing ahead of time and reheat? YES! This stuffing is baked to golden perfection the day before the big meal. You store it in the fridge overnight and then simply warm it in the oven before dinner.

Is it better to use oil or butter in muffins? ›

Many muffin recipes use cooking oil instead of butter. Oil, being a liquid, distributes easily in the quick-mix batter and is readily absorbed into the baked muffin, producing a light non-greasy texture. Vegetable oil is ideal because its mild flavour doesn't compete with the main flavour of the muffin.

What are the 2 main types of muffins? ›

There are two types of muffins: bread-like and cake-like. Each type has its own technique for mixing the batter. Less sugar and butter makes a bread-like muffin. A higher sugar and butter content makes a cake-like muffin.

What is the most important part of the muffin method? ›

- The most important part is properly mixing the dry and liquid ingredients. - Muffin method requires the use of liquid fat. (oil, melted butter, etc.) - It is important not to over mix the batter.

How do you make muffins rise higher? ›

Start the oven on high

Bake your muffins at 400°F for the first 5 minutes, then drop the temperature to the more standard 350°F for the remainder of the bake time. This method sparks the leavening agents (especially baking powder) in the batter to react quicker, creating that gorgeously risen top.

Should muffin batter rest before baking? ›

Rest the Muffin Batter

The first, most hands-off way to make your muffins pop (literally) is to let the batter rest. Make the batter, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and let the batter rest at room temperature for about 1 hour. If you're short on time, just 30 minutes can make a difference.

Why are bakery muffins so much better? ›

The best bakery-style crumb muffins start with cake flour

Cake flour is more finely ground and has less protein, which leaves the muffins with a fine, light crumb and soft texture. Using cake flour is an easy way to avoid heavy, dense muffins even if you end up stirring just a bit too much. What is this?

What is the most popular muffin? ›

Blueberry muffins are probably the single most popular muffin of all time. They are like the Beyonce of muffins. And this recipe is called "To Die For" for a reason. Generously sized with a little bit of crunch in the sugary topping, these are the blueberry ideal.

Is it better to make stuffing the night before? ›

Absolutely. Most Thanksgiving stuffing recipes can be made at least partially in advance since: A) They're easily assembled a day or two ahead of Thanksgiving Day; and B) They're often baked using a two-step process (once covered with foil to cook through, then uncovered to achieve a crispy top).

How do you keep stuffing moist? ›

Use enough liquid: The key to keeping stuffing moist is to use enough liquid. You can use chicken or vegetable broth, melted butter, or a combination of both. The amount of liquid you need will depend on the recipe, but a good rule of thumb is to use about 1/2 to 1 cup of liquid for every 4 cups of bread cubes.

Can I refrigerate stuffing overnight before baking? ›

USDA recommends that you never refrigerate uncooked stuffing. Why? Remember, stuffing can harbor bacteria, and though bacteria grow slower in the refrigerator they can cause problems because stuffing is a good medium for bacteria growth, therefore a higher risk food in terms of cooking safely.

What oil is best for moist muffins? ›

Choosing vegetable oil is the best option for baking moist, delicious baked goods. Canola oil, the most common vegetable oil used in baking, doesn't add a strong flavor. It allows your cake's flavor will shine through while still achieving a moist texture.

How do you moisten baked muffins? ›

First, prick the muffin tops all over with a toothpick. Next, pour your liquid of choice (e.g., milk or fruit juice) into a bowl, dip a pastry brush into it, and brush the tops of the muffins. The liquid will seep into the muffin's interior, soaking the crumb and softening the muffins, turning them as good as new.

What can I add to muffins to make them less dry? ›

The main cause of dry, hard muffins is over-mixing the batter and overcooking the muffins. So the the 3 simple secrets for beautifully soft and moist blueberry muffins are: use butter AND oil -butter makes things tasty but oil makes things moist. So use both!

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