Best 10 Easy Apple Raisin Stuffing Thanksgiving Recipes

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**Tantalizing Thanksgiving Delight: Easy Apple Raisin Stuffing Recipes**

As the crisp autumn air fills our senses and the aroma of roasted turkey wafts through the air, it's time to indulge in the culinary traditions of Thanksgiving. Among the beloved dishes that grace the holiday table, stuffing holds a special place, offering a symphony of flavors and textures to complement the succulent turkey. Our collection of easy apple raisin stuffing recipes caters to every taste, ensuring a memorable and flavorful feast. From classic bread-based stuffing to hearty wild rice variations, each recipe promises a unique journey for your taste buds. Whether you prefer a moist and tender stuffing or a crispy and golden-brown crust, our curated selection has you covered. So, gather your ingredients, let the enticing aromas fill your kitchen, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your family and friends craving more.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Apple Raisin Stuffing:** This timeless recipe combines Granny Smith apples, plump raisins, aromatic herbs, and savory spices, all enveloped in a moist and fluffy breadcrumb mixture. The perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors makes this stuffing an all-time favorite.

2. **Wild Rice Apple Raisin Stuffing:** For a more wholesome and nutty twist, this recipe incorporates wild rice, adding a delightful texture and a boost of nutrients. The earthy flavors of wild rice pair harmoniously with the sweet apples and raisins, creating a stuffing that is both hearty and satisfying.

3. **Cornbread Apple Raisin Stuffing:** If you're a fan of cornbread's slightly sweet and crumbly texture, this recipe is for you. Cornbread cubes are combined with apples, raisins, and a medley of spices, resulting in a stuffing that is moist, flavorful, and sure to impress your guests.

4. **Gluten-Free Apple Raisin Stuffing:** For those with gluten sensitivities, this recipe offers a delicious alternative without compromising on taste. Gluten-free bread or quinoa is used as the base, combined with apples, raisins, and a flavorful blend of herbs and spices. Enjoy a delectable stuffing that caters to your dietary needs without sacrificing any of the Thanksgiving magic.

5. **Vegetarian Apple Raisin Stuffing:** This recipe is a delightful option for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. A combination of hearty mushrooms, roasted vegetables, and aromatic herbs come together to create a savory and satisfying stuffing. Apples and raisins add a touch of sweetness and texture, making this stuffing a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving feast.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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

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 :

TURKEY APPLE STUFFING



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Complementing your golden bird, the well-seasoned bread stuffing is sparked by a festive sweetness from apples and raisins. It's a staple on our holiday menu. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup butter, cubed
9 cups day-old cubed whole wheat bread
3 cups finely chopped apples
3/4 cup raisins
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)
Additional butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in the bread cubes, apples, raisins, salt, thyme, sage and pepper. , Just before baking, loosely stuff turkey with 4 cups stuffing. Place remaining stuffing in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; refrigerate until ready to bake. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. Brush with melted butter. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 3-3/4 to 4 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for the turkey and 165° for the stuffing, basting occasionally with pan drippings. (Cover loosely with foil if turkey browns too quickly.), Bake additional stuffing, covered, for 20-30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until browned. Cover turkey and let stand for 20 minutes before removing stuffing and carving turkey. If desired, thicken pan drippings for gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 839 calories, Fat 41g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 317mg cholesterol, Sodium 774mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 88g protein.

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

HERB AND APPLE STUFFING



Herb and Apple Stuffing image

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.

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

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 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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your stuffing a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples.
  • Don't overcook the apples. You want them to be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Add some moisture to the stuffing. This can be done with chicken broth, apple cider, or melted butter.
  • Season the stuffing well. Use a combination of herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make apple raisin stuffing. Get creative and find a recipe that you love.

Conclusion:

Apple raisin stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a little planning, you can make a delicious and memorable stuffing that will be the star of your Thanksgiving feast.

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