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    Crispy Stuffing Muffins

    Published: Oct 20, 2022 by Lynn Polito · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.

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    Change up how you serve stuffing this year and make Stuffing Muffins! Everyone gets some crispy crunchy bits with every muffin! They are so easy to make because we are using Stove Top Stuffing Mix, and they are ready in no time!

    A close up of one of the plates with three muffins on it.

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    During holiday dinners, every fights over the crispy edges of the stuffing. When it's cooked the best part are those crunchy pieces! When you make stuffin' muffins, it's an easy way to make everyone happy and give everyone some of those crispy edges!

    No Thanksgiving table is complete without a good stuffing recipe! This one is simple, delicious, and can be made ahead of time! It's a great way to change up the way your serve your Thanksgiving stuffing!

    Ingredients You'll Need

    An overhead shot of the ingredients for the stuffing muffins
    You only need a few simple ingredients!
    • Stovetop stuffing. One box of turkey stuffing. You can use chicken stuffing if you have it on hand.
    • Onions and celery. A classic in stuffing.
    • Butter. To saute the onions and celery.
    • Egg. Just one, to hold the stuffing together as it bakes.
    • Chicken broth. Chicken stock or turkey broth can be used instead. Homemade chicken broth is best, but if you use store bought, make sure it is low sodium.

    What is Stovetop Stuffing?

    Stovetop stuffing is a classic ingredient on many Thanksgiving menus. It has small bread cubes and poultry seasoning already in it so you don't have to worry about making that on your own.

    Stuffing is usually made with day old French bread, Italian bread, or sourdough bread. When you use a boxed mix, you are cutting down the time needed to cube the bread and it helps when you have a lot of things to make for Thanksgiving.

    Let's Make Stuffing Muffins!

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Chop the celery and onions into small pieces and add them to the melted butter.

    Cook for 5 minutes until the onions and celery are soft. Add the Stovetop stuffing and chicken broth to the celery mixture. Turn off the heat and mix the stuffing. Let it sit for 5 minutes.

    The onions and celery are being sautéed in melted butter.
    Cook until the vegetables are soft.
    The stovetop is added to the saute pan.
    Pour the stuffing mixture into the pan.
    The chicken broth is being added to the saute pan.
    Chicken broth or turkey broth should be added to the pan.

    While the stuffing sits, preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray muffin tin with cooking spray.

    Add the stuffing mixture to a large mixing bowl. Crack a large egg to the mixture and mix well. With an ice cream scoop, scoop the stuffing mixture into the prepared muffin tins.

    Add an egg to the stuffing mixture.
    The egg will keep the stuffing mixture together.
    An ice cream scoop is scooping the stuffing mixture into the muffin tin.
    An ice cream scoop makes even stuffing muffins.

    Bake for 20 minutes or until the muffins are crispy and golden brown on the outside. Top with green onions and serve warm.

    Lynn's Tip! Pack the stuffing mixture into the ice cream scoop so the stuffing mixture stays together in the muffin tins.

    How To Make Stuffing Muffins Ahead of Time

    Make the stuffin' muffins completely, add the stuffing to the muffin pans, and keep them covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator. You can make them up to 24 hours ahead of time. When you are ready to bake the muffins, preheat the oven and bake them for 30-35 minutes. You'll want them to cook a little longer because the muffins are going in the oven cold.

    Variations

    • Add cooked sausage! Cook sausage with the onions and celery, then add the boxed stuffing mixture.
    • Add fruit! Chopped apples, dried cranberries, or raisins are a fun way to add some fresh flavor to boxed stuffing mix.
    • Add cheese! Add cheddar, mozzarella or gouda to the stuffing mixture for a cheese muffin.
    • Make it gluten free! Use your favorite gluten free stuffing mix. It will work great in this recipe.
    A close up of the texture of the muffins.

    What to do with Leftovers

    When the muffins have cooled to room temperature, place the muffins in an airtight container and place them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat them, place them in the microwave or the toaster oven and reheat them until they are warm.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make these stuffin muffins with homemade stuffing?

    Yes! If you have a traditional stuffing recipe that you love, add the stuffing to a large bowl and mix in one egg. Then add it to the muffin tray and bake. You can make sausage stuffing muffins or even cornbread stuffing muffins with cornbread stuffing.

    Can you freeze stuffing muffins?

    Yes! You can freeze them in the the muffin pan and then remove the frozen muffins from the tin. Place them in a Ziploc bag and keep them frozen for 3 months. When you are ready to bake them, place them back into the muffin tin and bake for 20-25 minutes at 375 degrees.

    Can I make these with leftover stuffing?

    Yes! The day after Thanksgiving there is usually a lot of leftovers! What to do? Make leftover stuffing muffins! Simply add an egg to the leftover stuffing and scoop them into greased muffin tins. Bake them like you would!

    Do I have to wait for Thanksgiving to make these?

    No! You can make these for a dinner any night of the week! Serve them with pork chops, chicken breast, or turkey tenderloin. It's perfect because the muffins are individual servings for your family instead of one large pan of stuffing. The kids will love it too!

    An overhead shot of three plates of stuffing muffins.
    This is a fun twist on Thanksgiving stuffing!

    More Thanksgiving Recipes

    • Sweet Potato Casserole with Walnuts
    • Stuffing with Sausage and Mushrooms
    • Rice Dressing
    • Cranberry Sauce with Dried Cranberries
    • Instant Pot Dinner Rolls
    • Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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    Crispy Stuffing Muffins

    Change up how you serve stuffing this year and make Stuffing Muffins! Everyone gets some crispy crunchy bits with every muffin! 
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 9 Muffins
    Calories: 54kcal
    Author: Lynn Polito

    Equipment

    • Sauté Pan
    • Mixing Bowl
    • Knives
    • Cutting Board
    • Wooden Spoon
    • Muffin Tin

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoon Butter
    • 1 Large Onion
    • 3 Celery Stalks
    • 1 Egg
    • 1 ½ cups Chicken Broth Low Sodium
    • 1 box Stovetop Stuffing Turkey flavored

    Instructions

    • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Chop the celery and onions into small pieces and add them to the melted butter.
    • Cook for 5 minutes until the onions and celery are soft. Add the Stovetop stuffing and chicken broth to the celery mixture. Turn off the heat and mix the stuffing. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
    • While the stuffing sits, preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray muffin tin with cooking spray.
    • Add the stuffing mixture to a large mixing bowl. Crack a large egg to the mixture and mix well. With an ice cream scoop, scoop the stuffing mixture into the prepared muffin tins.
    • Bake for 20 minutes or until the muffins are crispy and golden brown on the outside. Top with green onions and serve warm.

    Notes

    Pack the stuffing mixture into the ice cream scoop so the stuffing mixture stays together in the muffin tins.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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