Cranberry Apple Stuffing

Cranberry Apple Stuffing is a hearty, flavorful side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday feasts, or a cozy dinner.

Packed with tart cranberries, sweet apples, and savory herbs, this stuffing is a delicious twist on the classic comfort food.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Baking dish (9×13 inch)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife and cutting board
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of crusty bread (about 10 cups), cubed and slightly stale or toasted
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 apple (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), diced
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
• 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped (or ½ tsp dried sage)
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 large egg, beaten

Directions

1. Prepare Bread Cubes
   • If the bread is fresh, cut it into cubes and toast in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes until slightly crisp. Let cool.
2. Cook Aromatics
   • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add onion and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
   • Stir in diced apple, cranberries, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 more minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes with the sautéed mixture. Toss to combine.
4. Add Liquid
   • Whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth and the beaten egg. Pour over the bread mixture, stirring gently to moisten evenly.
5. Bake the Stuffing
   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
   • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp.
6. Serve
   • Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme or sage if desired.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Total Time

1 hour

Nutrition (Per Serving, Serves 8)

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 33g
• Fat: 6g
• Sugar: 9g
• Sodium: 320mg

This Cranberry Apple Stuffing adds a sweet and savory twist to traditional stuffing, making it a standout addition to any meal! 🥖🍏🍂

Cranberry Apple Stuffing

Cranberry Apple Stuffing is a hearty, flavorful side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday feasts, or a cozy dinner.

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Equipment

• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Baking dish (9x13 inch)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife and cutting board
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  

• 1 loaf of crusty bread about 10 cups, cubed and slightly stale or toasted
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery diced
• 1 apple such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, diced
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp fresh sage chopped (or ½ tsp dried sage)
• ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 large egg beaten

Instructions

 

• Prepare Bread Cubes
• If the bread is fresh, cut it into cubes and toast in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes until slightly crisp. Let cool.
• Cook Aromatics
• In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add onion and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in diced apple, cranberries, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 more minutes.
• Combine Ingredients
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes with the sautéed mixture. Toss to combine.
• Add Liquid
• Whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth and the beaten egg. Pour over the bread mixture, stirring gently to moisten evenly.
• Bake the Stuffing
• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
• Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp.