Description
This Cornbread Stuffing with Apples is a delightful twist on a classic side dish. The buttery and savory cornbread gets combined with tart apples, aromatic vegetables, and warm spices to create a perfectly moist and flavorful stuffing. It’s a must-have addition to your holiday spread or family dinner table that’s sure to impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
For the stuffing:
- 18 to 24 oz. prepared cornbread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 stalks of celery, sliced
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 1/4 to 2 3/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 medium apples, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F. This is to prepare for both drying out the cornbread and the final baking of the stuffing. - Dry the cornbread
Spread the cornbread cubes onto two rimmed baking sheets. Bake them in the preheated oven until they are dry and slightly golden, about 15 minutes. This helps to prevent the cornbread from getting soggy in the stuffing. - Prepare the vegetable mixture
Heat olive oil and butter in a 3-quart sauce pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, salt, and ground black pepper. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender and translucent. - Combine with apples and broth
Pour in 2 ¼ cups of chicken or vegetable broth and add the chopped apples. Stir to combine, then remove the pot from the heat. - Mix in the cornbread
Gently fold the dried cornbread cubes into the pot with the broth and apple mixture. Stir until the cornbread is moist. If the mixture appears dry, add more broth a little at a time to reach the desired consistency. - Bake the stuffing
Spray a large baking dish with cooking spray, then spoon the cornbread stuffing mixture into the dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can prepare the cornbread a day in advance to allow it to dry out naturally.
- For a sweeter flavor, consider using honey cornbread for the base.
- Substitute apples with pears for a different twist, or add dried cranberries for more texture and sweetness.
- Adding cooked sausage or nuts, like pecans, can enhance the flavor and texture of the stuffing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
