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Close-up of golden brown stuffing muffins, fresh from the oven, with herbs sprinkled on top.

Easy Stuffing Muffins for Beginners

This recipe provides a simple and delicious way for beginners to make stuffing from scratch, perfect for holidays and special occasions. It focuses on easy techniques and flavorful results.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Onion Softening Time 8 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 15 muffins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 2 onions chopped
  • 2 tsp. poultry seasoning divided
  • 2 tsp. salt divided
  • 2 tsp. black pepper divided
  • 15 slices bread day old is best, in 1-inch cubes
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups milk or chicken broth

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Large skillet
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease 12 non-stick muffin cups (size 2 and 1/2″ by and 1/4″).
  2. Warm the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onions, 1 teaspoon of the poultry seasoning, 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are very soft but not browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Place the bread cubes into a large bowl. Add the cooked onions and butter mixture to the bread cubes. Stir well.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the eggs and milk. Pour about half of this mixture over the bread and stir. To check if you have added enough liquid, take a handful of moistened bread and squeeze. If small drops of liquid come out, you have added enough. Add more liquid if needed until the bread is saturated enough to yield small drops when squeezed.
  6. Stir in the remaining teaspoon of poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Smell the stuffing; it should have a strong herby and peppery scent. Taste the stuffing to adjust seasoning if needed. You can taste it raw, or microwave a small portion until heated through before tasting.
  7. Divide the stuffing among the prepared muffin tins. Fill them generously.
  8. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the tops are brown and crunchy and the stuffing is heated through.
  9. Carefully run a plastic knife around the edges of each muffin cup. Gently remove the stuffing portions.

Notes

This recipe is designed for ease and flavor, making it ideal for those new to cooking. The muffin tin method ensures evenly cooked, individual portions of stuffing.

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