Cranberry Glazed Stuffing Muffins
These delightful Cranberry Glazed Stuffing Muffins are a creative way to repurpose leftover stuffing, offering individual portions that are crispy on the outside and tender inside. Topped with a vibrant, sweet-tart cranberry glaze, they are perfect for holiday gatherings or a festive side dish.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- 12-cup muffin tin
- Small pot
- Oven
- Toothpick
- Fork
Ingredients
For the Stuffing Muffins
- 4-5 cups Stuffing Leftover or freshly made
- 2 Large eggs lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup Chicken or vegetable broth add more if needed
- 2 tablespoons Melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Fresh sage chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
For the Cranberry Glaze
- 1 cup Cranberries Fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar change to your taste
- 1/4 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1/2 teaspoon Orange zest (optional)
Instructions
Stuffing Muffins
- If using leftover stuffing, bring it to room temperature; if making fresh, cook and cool it slightly.
- In a large bowl, gently mix the stuffing with beaten eggs, broth, melted butter, optional sage, and black pepper until just combined and moist.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Spoon the stuffing mix into each muffin cup, gently pressing it down firmly and filling almost to the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and hot inside; a clean toothpick inserted into the center confirms doneness.
Cranberry Glaze
- While muffins bake, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and water in a small pot and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
- Continue cooking for 8-10 minutes until cranberries break open and the sauce thickens; mash some for a smoother glaze and stir in optional orange zest.
- Once muffins have cooled slightly, pour the warm cranberry glaze generously over them.
- Serve and enjoy your Cranberry Glazed Stuffing Muffins!
Notes
These muffins are a fantastic way to transform Thanksgiving leftovers into a new, exciting dish. For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cranberry glaze. They can be made ahead and reheated, perfect for entertaining.