Best 14 Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing Recipes

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Savor the tantalizing flavors of fall with our delectable Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing, an irresistible side dish that elevates your holiday meals. This recipe combines sweet apples, crunchy almonds, plump raisins, aromatic herbs, and a medley of spices to create a symphony of flavors in every bite.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through three variations of this classic dish: the traditional Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing, a savory Sausage Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing, and a delightful Vegan Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing. Each recipe offers a unique twist while staying true to the essence of this beloved dish.

Our traditional Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing embodies the comforting flavors of the holidays. With tender apples, toasted almonds, and juicy raisins, this stuffing is a timeless favorite. For a heartier option, our Sausage Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing incorporates savory sausage, adding a depth of flavor that is sure to please meat lovers.

For those seeking a plant-based alternative, our Vegan Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing is a delightful choice. This recipe swaps out the traditional ingredients for hearty lentils, walnuts, and dried cranberries, resulting in a stuffing that is equally flavorful and satisfying.

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore these three variations of Apple Almond Raisin Stuffing. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, we'll guide you through each step to ensure perfect results. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will help you create a stuffing that will be the star of your holiday table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED APPLE-RAISIN STUFFING



Baked Apple-Raisin Stuffing image

After sampling a friend's turkey dressing one Thanksgiving, I was inspired to add apples, raisins and sage to my own stuffing recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup diced peeled tart apple
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Dash to 1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 to 1/2 cup chicken broth
2 cups cubed day-old bread, crusts removed

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Add the apple, raisins, bouillon, salt, sage, poultry seasoning and pepper. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer. Stir in broth. Pour over bread crumbs; toss to coat., Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLE-RAISIN STUFFING



Apple-Raisin Stuffing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 21m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • In a large deep skillet, saute 2 chopped red onions, 2 minced garlic cloves and 3 chopped celery stalks in 1 stick butter for 1 minute.
  • Season with salt and pepper and add 4 diced peeled apples, 1 tablespoon chopped thyme, 1 teaspoon aniseed and 1 cup golden raisins; cook 5 minutes.
  • Pour in 4 go 6 cups chicken broth. Simmer until step 5.
  • In a large bowl, mix 3 eggs, a scoop of grainy mustard and 3 tablespoons each chopped parsley and tarragon.
  • Add to the bowl 8 cups each toasted pumpernickel and sourdough bread cubes and the hot broth mixture.
  • Gently toss the stuffing, then spread in a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Dot the top with butter or turkey pan drippings, cover and bake 30 minutes at 350. Uncover and bake until golden, 20 more minutes.

RAISIN-STUDDED APPLE STUFFING



Raisin-Studded Apple Stuffing image

This is the only stuffing my family will permit on our holiday table. With Italian sausage and a blend of so many great flavors, it's almost a meal in itself. No wonder it won first prize in a local recipe contest! -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 18 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup raisins
1-1/2 cups orange juice, divided
2 cups chopped celery
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup butter, cubed, divided
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 package (14 ounces) crushed herb-seasoned stuffing
4 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring raisins and 1 cup orange juice to a boil. Remove from the heat; set aside (do not drain). In a skillet, saute celery and onion in 1/2 cup butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. In the same skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the sausage, stuffing, apples, pecans, remaining orange juice and reserved raisins to celery mixture. In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter; add broth, thyme and pepper. Pour over stuffing mixture; mix well. Place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE STUFFED CHICKEN



Apple Stuffed Chicken image

A friend served this chicken when we were over for dinner, and we enjoyed it so much I asked for the recipe. There are many chicken farms in this area, so I'm always on the lookout for new chicken recipes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (6 ounces) chicken-flavored stuffing mix
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped peeled apple
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
GLAZE:
1/2 cup apple jelly
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle inside of chicken with salt and pepper; rub outside with oil. , In a large bowl, mix stuffing with the apple, celery, nuts, raisins and lemon zest. Lightly stuff chicken. Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. , In a saucepan, combine the glaze ingredients. Bring to a simmer; heat, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Brush over chicken. Bake 20-30 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear, brushing occasionally with glaze. Cover with foil and let stand for 10-15 minutes. Remove stuffing, then carve chicken.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE RAISIN DRESSING



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Sweeten traditional cornbread stuffing with apples and raisins - made deliciously moist with Progresso® broth. This is a perfect side dish recipe for the Thanksgiving table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup butter
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 stalks celery, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 Granny Smith apples, chopped (about 3 cups)
2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 bag (16 oz) seasoned cornbread stuffing
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
2 1/2 to 3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 eggs, slightly beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook onion and celery in butter 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add apples; cook 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in sage, salt and pepper.
  • In large bowl, mix stuffing, raisins, pecans and onion mixture. Add broth and eggs; mix well. Spoon into baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered 50 to 60 minutes or until well browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg

HERB AND APPLE STUFFING



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Serve Ina Garten's crowd-pleasing stuffing at your Thanksgiving feast: Herb and Apple Stuffing from Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 2h50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 cups 1-inch bread cubes, white or whole wheat (2 baguettes)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
2 cups medium-diced yellow onion (2 large)
2 cups medium-diced celery (3 large stalks)
2 Granny Smith apples, unpeeled, cored and large diced
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup sliced blanched almonds, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Put the bread cubes on a 13 by 18 by 1-inch baking sheet and bake them in the oven for 7 minutes.
  • In a large saute pan, melt the butter and add the onion, celery, apples, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Saute for 10 minutes, until the mixture is soft.
  • Combine the bread cubes and cooked vegetables in a large bowl and add the chicken stock, and almonds, if desired.
  • Place the stuffing into the main cavity of the turkey and into the neck of the bird. I cook a 12-pound turkey for 2 1/2 hours at 350 degrees F in a preheated oven. Make sure the stuffing in the cavity is secured by wrapping the legs tightly with string.

SAGE, SAUSAGE AND APPLE DRESSING



Sage, Sausage and Apple Dressing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 16-ounce bag stuffing cubes
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan and topping
1 pound fresh sage sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cooking apples, such as Gravenstein, Rome, or Golden Delicious, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 to 2 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
Kosher salt
3 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted (see Cook's Note)
2 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Put the stuffing cubes in a large bowl and set aside. Butter a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until it loses most of its pink color, but not so much that it's dry, about 5 minutes. Add the sausage and pan drippings to the stuffing cubes. Melt the remaining butter in the pan. Add the onion, apple, celery, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until the vegetables get soft, about 5 minutes. Add the broth and parsley and bring to a boil.
  • Pour the vegetable mixture over the stuffing cubes and toss until evenly moistened. Mix in the walnuts and eggs. Loosely pack the dressing in the prepared pan and cook uncovered until the top forms a crust, about 40 minutes. Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of turkey pan drippings or melted butter over the top. Cook until the top is crisp and golden, about 20 minutes more.

ALMOND APPLE STUFFING



Almond Apple Stuffing image

This is one incredibly sweet stuffing. It is very good with pork chops, and I'm sure would be great with anything else. I think that the original recipe came from my Grandma W, but am not sure. And there was a note on the almond ingredients that suggested using Almond Accents brand? Looks like Grandma's handwriting...

Provided by Megan Stewart

Categories     Side Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 oz stuffing mix
1 c roasted almond slices (like you get from the salad toppings section)
1 c chopped celery
1 c chopped onion
2 green apples, cored
1 c raisins
2/3 c chopped parsley
1 1/2 c apple juice
1/2 c melted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Mix stuffing, celery, onion, apples, raisins and parsley. Moisten with juice and butter., toss well. Add more juice if you need it. Bake in 9x13 or 3 qt casserole. Cover and bake 30 min at 350 degrees, until heated through. Uncover, sprinkle with almonds, bake 5-10 min longer.

STOVE TOP STUFFING APPLE-RAISIN TWIST



STOVE TOP Stuffing Apple-Raisin Twist image

Put a sweet and sassy twist on your next stuffing side dish by tossing in juicy, fresh apples and chewy raisins.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
1-1/2 cups apple juice
1/3 cup chopped Granny Smith apples
2 Tbsp. raisins

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing as directed on package, substituting apple juice for the water and stirring in apples and raisins along with the liquid.
  • Fluff with fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

APPLE AND ONION DRESSING (THANKSGIVING STUFFING)



APPLE AND ONION DRESSING (THANKSGIVING STUFFING) image

Yield 8 People

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups soft bread cubes
1 cup raisins
3/4 cup butter
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups tart apples, unpeeled and diced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly butter a 2 quart casserole dish. Cover raisins with boiling water and let sit for 5 minutes. Drain well then toss them with the bread cubes. In a skillet melt the butter and saute the onions, garlic, and celery for about 4 to 5 minutes. Stir the sauteed onions into the bread cube mixture. Add the diced apples, parsley, salt and paprika and stir carefully. Place stuffing mix in the prepared dish. Bake the dressing at 350 degrees F for 30 to 40 minutes.

APPLE, ALMOND AND SAUSAGE STUFFING



Apple, Almond and Sausage Stuffing image

I use this recipe when I stuff pork. It is great with a crown roast or a flattened tenderloin. I always have extra stuffing that U cook in a casserole for all of my stuffing lovers

Provided by School Chef

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb loose sweet Italian sausage
3/4 cup onion, diced
1 1/2 cups celery, diced
1 1/2 cups granny smith apples, diced
1/2 cup butter
2 cups hot chicken stock
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
8 cups soft bread cubes
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 ounces slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Saute sausage,drain and crumble.
  • Saute onions and celery in butter till onions are transparent.
  • Add apples cook 5 minutes.
  • Add broth, and seasonings, simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add sausage, parsley and almonds to cubed bread.
  • Pour hot vegetable mixture over bread.
  • Blending well.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Stuff your favorite pork roast or bake in buttered casserole dish.
  • You can freeze this stuffing for later use.
  • Cooking time is for stuffing only.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.2, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 669.3, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.9, Protein 10.6

EASY APPLE RAISIN STUFFING (THANKSGIVING)



Easy Apple Raisin Stuffing (Thanksgiving) image

Made with a prepared stuffing mix. I like the way this sounds and wanted to post it for future use. You can make a day ahead of serving and just reheat until heated through.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Apple

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package seasoned stuffing mix, Pepperidge Farm brand
2 3/4 cups chicken broth, can use water
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 1/4-1 1/2 lbs winesap apples, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 lbs granny smith apples, peeled and chopped
3/4 lb raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Make stuffing mix on stove top according to package directions which are here: heat broth or water, with the butter or margarine, to a boil and remove from the heat. Add the stuffing mix and toss lightly with a fork until moist throughout.
  • Add apples and raisins; mix thoroughly.
  • Place in a casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.
  • *May be reheated and tastes even better the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.1, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 24.9, Sodium 1001.5, Carbohydrate 79.1, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 37.1, Protein 7.8

APPLE STUFFING



Apple Stuffing image

Common fruit and veggies give store bought stuffing mix flavor that's anything but ordinary. It's an easy alternative to from-scratch apple stuffing that can take over an hour to make. -Terri McKitrick, Delafield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the apple, onion and celery in butter until tender. Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Stir in apple mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 706mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

APPLE-RAISIN TURKEY STUFFING



Apple-Raisin Turkey Stuffing image

Fruity stuffing that gives poultry a completely different flavor. A family tradition, handed down from our German ancestors. Just stuff your bird and wait to enjoy.

Provided by Linda Falls Merrell

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Apple Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
2 cups water, or to taste
1 (15 ounce) package raisins
1 (14 ounce) package unseasoned dry bread stuffing mix
1 cup white sugar, or to taste
4 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix apples, water, raisins, stuffing mix, sugar, eggs, and cinnamon together in a large bowl. Stir more water into the apple mixture to get to your desired level of moistness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.7 calories, Carbohydrate 82.5 g, Cholesterol 62.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 554 mg, Sugar 49.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp apples: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples are good choices.
  • Slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Toast the almonds: Toasting the almonds will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a variety of raisins: Golden raisins, dark raisins, and jumbo raisins all add different flavors and textures to the stuffing.
  • Moisten the stuffing with broth or apple cider: This will help keep the stuffing moist and flavorful.
  • Don't overstuff the turkey: The stuffing will expand as it cooks, so don't pack it too tightly.
  • Bake the stuffing in a covered casserole dish: This will help keep the stuffing moist.

Conclusion:

This apple almond raisin stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish for your Thanksgiving turkey. It's packed with flavor and texture, and it's sure to be a hit with your guests. Give it a try this year, and you won't be disappointed!

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