Best 6 Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Stuffing Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Stuffing, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will elevate your holiday feast. This stuffing recipe, crafted with love and attention to detail, combines the vibrant tartness of cranberries with the crisp sweetness of apples, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this exceptional stuffing. Discover how to select the perfect blend of fresh cranberries and crisp apples, ensuring a balance of flavors that will complement your main course. Learn the art of preparing the stuffing mixture, incorporating aromatic herbs, savory spices, and a touch of citrus zest for a delightful taste experience.

Unravel the secrets of achieving the perfect texture, whether you prefer a moist and tender stuffing or a crispy, golden-brown exterior. Explore various cooking techniques, including slow-cooker methods that infuse the stuffing with rich flavors over time.

Delve into the art of presentation, learning how to arrange the stuffing beautifully, adding colorful garnishes that will make it the centerpiece of your holiday table. Discover creative ways to serve the stuffing, whether as a side dish, a main course, or even as a delightful appetizer.

As you explore the depths of this recipe, you'll also uncover variations that cater to different dietary needs and preferences. Discover gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan adaptations of the stuffing, ensuring that everyone at your table can savor its deliciousness.

Prepare to be captivated by the Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Stuffing, a dish that will become a cherished tradition in your holiday celebrations. With its irresistible combination of flavors, textures, and aromas, this stuffing will steal the show and leave your guests craving more.

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

SLOW-COOKER APPLE CRANBERRY SAUCE



Slow-Cooker Apple Cranberry Sauce image

It doesn't get any easier than this apple cranberry sauce. Dump all the ingredients into your slow cooker and forget about it until it's time to sit down to dinner. The 8-hour cook time allows the ingredients to meld into a delicious sauce. Orange juice and orange peel add a citrusy spike that softens the tartness of cranberries, while the chopped apples provide sweetness and a textural variation. It's the delightful twist on classic cranberry sauce that you never knew you needed!

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Condiment

Time 8h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium apples, peeled, chopped
1 bag (12 oz) fresh cranberries (3 cups)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Spray 3-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 5 hours (or on Low heat setting 8 hours).
  • Leave sauce chunky, if desired, or stir well to break down apples and cranberries more. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY APPLE STUFFING



Cranberry Apple Stuffing image

One Thanksgiving, I lost the recipe I planned to use, so I threw this cranberry stuffing together. My cousin Sandy, a die-hard traditional stuffing fan, said this was the best stuffing she'd ever tasted! Talk about a compliment! -Beverly Norris, Evanston, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 package (12 ounces) seasoned stuffing cubes
1-1/2 cups chopped apples
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1-1/2 teaspoons dried sage leaves
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash salt
1 to 1-1/2 cups apple cider or juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Add broth, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add butter; cook and stir until butter is melted. Remove from the heat., Stir in stuffing cubes, apples, cranberries, almonds, sage, thyme, pepper, salt and enough cider to reach desired moistness. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Cover and bake 25 minutes. Uncover; bake until lightly browned, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 809mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

APPLE-CRANBERRY STUFFING



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I leave out the giblets my mom used in her stuffing and bump up the fruit and wild rice instead. The result is this delicious apple cranberry stuffing. -Miranda Allison, Simpsonville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1 celery rib, chopped
12 cups seasoned stuffing cubes (about 20 ounces)
2 medium apples, finely chopped
2 cups cooked wild rice
1-1/2 cups dried cranberries
3 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 to 2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add stuffing cubes, apples, rice, cranberries and seasonings; toss. Stir in enough broth to reach desired moistness., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 819mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SLOW-COOKER CRANBERRY-WALNUT STUFFED APPLES



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This is the perfect dessert for a crisp autumn day. Be sure to use large baking apples such as Rome or Golden Delicious -they'll have just the right tenderness. Enjoy leftovers for breakfast the next day with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup rolled oats
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
4 large or 6 medium firm baking apples (such as Rome, Golden Delicious or Honey Crisp)
1 cup apple cider
Vanilla ice cream and pure maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the walnuts, cranberries, brown sugar, oats, butter, lemon juice, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl and squeeze together until a wet and sandy mixture is formed.
  • Scoop the core out of each apple with a melon baller, taking care not to scoop completely through to the bottom or the sides. Stuff each apple with some of the cranberry-walnut mixture. Place the apples in the slow cooker insert and pour in the apple cider. Cover and cook on low until the apples are tender but still slightly firm, 3 to 4 hours depending on the size and type of apple. (If your apples are on the smaller size, check after 2 hours; they may cook faster.)
  • Serve each apple whole or cut in half in a bowl with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of maple syrup.

CRANBERRY, APPLE AND SAUSAGE STUFFING



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 tablespoons (1/2 cup or 1 stick) butter, unsalted
2 medium onions, finely diced
3 cups chopped celery, (about 6 large stalks)
6 cups coarsely chopped leeks, (about 12)
4 apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1 pound breakfast sausage or Italian sausage, casings removed
6 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves, (about 4 sprigs)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves, (about 6 leaves)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley leaves, (about 4 to 6 sprigs)
2 cups dried cranberries
1 box stuffing mix (not cornbread) (recommended: Pepperidge Farm)
2 cups (1 pint) vegetable stock
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet and saute the onions, celery, leeks, apples, and sausage, breaking up the sausage as you cook. After about 10 minutes, add the poultry seasoning, fresh herbs and dried cranberries. Add the dried stuffing mix and moisten with the vegetable stock. Season stuffing mix with salt and pepper, to taste. (I like the stuffing a little wetter - if you don't, just add less stock)
  • Place into a buttered casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.

CRANBERRY, SAUSAGE AND APPLE STUFFING



Cranberry, Sausage and Apple Stuffing image

A mellow stuffing that pairs up perfectly with the Maple Roast Turkey and Gravy. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Ibby

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
¼ cup butter
6 cups coarsely chopped leeks
3 tart apples - peeled, cored and chopped
2 cups chopped celery
4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 cup dried cranberries
12 cups white bread cubes, baked until slightly dry
1 ⅓ cups chicken stock
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook and stir sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, crumbling coarsely, for about 10 minutes. Remove sausage to a large bowl with a slotted spoon. Empty pan of grease.
  • Into the same pan melt the butter. Add the leeks or onions, apples, celery and poultry seasoning; cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the rosemary, dried cranberries and cooked sausage. Mix all with the dried bread cubes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Moisten with the chicken stock.
  • Stuff turkey with about 5 cups for a 14 pound turkey. Add additional chicken stock to moisten stuffing if needed. Remaining stuffing can be baked in a covered buttered casserole at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes to brown top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 468.4 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries and apples for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the stuffing in a Dutch oven over low heat for 2-3 hours.
  • Be sure to stir the stuffing occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Cook the stuffing until it is heated through and the cranberries have popped.
  • Serve the stuffing hot with your favorite holiday dishes.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker cranberry apple stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. The combination of cranberries, apples, celery, onion, and herbs gives this stuffing a unique and flavorful taste. The slow cooker cooks the stuffing slowly and evenly, resulting in a moist and tender dish. This stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends and will complete any holiday menu.

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