Best 2 Cornbread Stuffing Muffins Recipes

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**Cornbread Stuffing Muffins: A Savory Twist on a Classic Side Dish**

Cornbread stuffing muffins are a delicious and unique twist on the classic Thanksgiving side dish. These individual muffins are made with a combination of cornbread, savory sausage, celery, onion, and herbs, and are then baked to perfection. The result is a moist and flavorful muffin that is perfect for any occasion. This article provides two variations of the cornbread stuffing muffins recipe: a traditional version and a vegetarian version. The traditional version includes sausage, while the vegetarian version uses a combination of mushrooms and walnuts for a hearty and flavorful filling. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or as a side dish for a special occasion. Whether you are looking for a new Thanksgiving tradition or simply a delicious and savory muffin, cornbread stuffing muffins are sure to please everyone at the table.

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

CRANBERRY-STUFFED CORNBREAD STUFFING MUFFINS



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Make and share this Cranberry-Stuffed Cornbread Stuffing Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carmenhcollins

Categories     Thanksgiving

Time 1h15m

Yield 30 muffins, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 (12 ounce) boxes cornbread stuffing mix (I like the Trader Joe's kind- includes a seasoning packet)
2 (32 ounce) boxes low sodium chicken broth (I like College Inn)
1 lb sweet Italian sausage (I like the Publix kind that comes in one long casing- easier to cut, vs. several sausages)
1 1/2 cups diced onions (yes- why bother dicing yourself?)
1 1/2 cups diced celery (again... )
1 1/2 cups diced shallots, onion, and garlic (this is a killer mix I found at Trader Joe's)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 eggs
2 (12 ounce) bags fresh cranberries
2 -3 cups orange juice
1 1/2 cups spicy pecans (can be found at Trader Joe's, or use regular pecans)
1 full orange, zest of
2 1/2 cups brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray cooking spray into muffin pan.
  • In large skillet, heat olive oil to high heat. Slit sausage casing, and remove ground sausage. Break up sausage in pan, then turn to medium heat just before fully cooked. Add the three containers of onions, garlic, shallots, and celery and cook all until sausage is done and onions are translucent. Add seasoning packet that came with Stuffing mix (or not, if you bought the kind that's pre-seasoned), and add one of the chicken broth boxes. Heat all ingredients until bubbly, then add thyme and sage just before removing from heat.
  • Pour all stuffing mix all into one very large bowl. Then pour all contents of pan plus the additional box of broth over stuffing mix. Stir all together with two large serving spoons. Set aside.
  • Rinse and drain cranberries, then heat in orange juice until juice is boiling and all cranberries pop open and become mushy. Watch that the juice doesn't boil over, so turn it down to low and keep it at a simmer. In a food processor, pulse orange zest and pecans together to get a medium ground. Strain cooked cranberries from orange juice and mix them with the zest, pecans, and brown sugar.
  • Just before baking, add the four eggs to the stuffing mix. Stir well, coating all stuffing.
  • Spoon stuffing into muffin cups, halfway, and make a bit of a well for the cranberry filling. Just not all the way to the bottom. Spoon about 1 ½ tablespoon of cranberry filling into each muffin cup, then come back over and fill the muffins the rest of the way, covering the cranberry filling entirely. They won't rise, so they can be filled to the top. Keep the cranberry filling buried within the stuffing, since the filling is sugary and will caramelize when baked, and you don't want it to cause the muffin to stick into the pan.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 45-55 min, or until bubbly and golden brown/crusty on top. Let cool in muffin pans and run a butter knife around the inside of each cup to loosen each muffin. That way if any of the cranberry filling has leaked out and gotten sticky, it won't cause the muffin to break apart. They will be dense so it's best to use a plate upside down on top of the muffin pan, then flip over to remove the muffins. Makes 30 large muffins.

CORNBREAD STUFFING MUFFINS



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Aunt Lynne Stickrod's muffin recipe for a stuffing variation at Thanksgiving.

Provided by tahoeshepherds

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Cornbread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ (16 ounce) package cornbread stuffing mix
¾ cup chopped dried figs
½ cup canned cream-style corn
½ cup salted butter, melted
½ cup chopped prosciutto
2 large eggs, beaten
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups.
  • Combine cornbread stuffing mix, figs, corn, butter, prosciutto, eggs, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Spoon mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until firm and golden brown on top, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 56.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 450.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cornbread for the best flavor and texture. If you don't have any on hand, you can make your own using a simple recipe.
  • Don't overstuff the muffin tins. This will prevent the muffins from rising properly and may cause them to overflow.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes.
  • Serve the muffins warm with your favorite gravy or sauce. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or butter for extra richness.

Conclusion:

Cornbread stuffing muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover cornbread. With their moist and flavorful interiors and crispy exteriors, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and unique side dish, give cornbread stuffing muffins a try.

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