This Cranberry Apple Stuffing Bake transforms traditional stuffing into something truly special with the addition of sweet-tart cranberries and tender apple chunks that bring bright, fruity contrast to savory herbs. Classic aromatics like celery and onion provide that familiar stuffing foundation, while thyme and sage add earthy depth that makes this taste like Christmas in every bite. The baking method creates the best of both worlds—a golden, crispy top with a soft, flavorful interior that soaks up all the seasoned vegetable broth, making this a holiday side dish that might just steal the spotlight from the turkey.
Cranberry Apple Stuffing Bake
Recipe by Daily Disher
Cranberry Apple Stuffing Bake features cubed bread with dried cranberries, fresh apples, celery, and onions, seasoned with thyme and sage and baked until golden and crispy.
Course: Side
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
8
Prep time
20 minutes
Cooking time
50 minutes
Calories
250 kcal
1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
5 cups cubed bread
1 cup dried cranberries
2 apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup vegetable broth
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried sage
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and set it aside for later use.
2.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the chopped apples, cranberries, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper to the skillet, stirring for another 3 minutes until everything is well combined.
4.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread with the sautéed mixture. Pour the vegetable broth over the mixture and gently stir to mix everything evenly.
5.
Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly across the dish.
6.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
7.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your Cranberry Apple Stuffing Bake.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
250kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg