STUFFING MUFFINS | The Ultimate Holiday Side Dish Upgrade

WineCheeseScallops
Nov 26
5 min read

Stuffing is already one of the greatest joys of the holiday table… but what if you could take all that savory, herby perfection and turn it into something even better? Enter: Stuffing Muffins — individually portioned, crispy-edged, soft-centered masterpieces that guarantee everyone gets the best part of the stuffing. No fighting over corner pieces. No dry edges or soggy middles. Just pure Thanksgiving magic in muffin form.

Stuffing muffins on a green plate with a beaded edge. The muffins have a golden brown, textured top, against a soft-focus kitchen background.

Jump to recipe
Helpful tools for this recipe

These little flavor bombs are loaded with butter-sautéed onions, celery, fresh herbs, lemon brightness, and a sprinkle of Parmesan for richness. They’re easy to prep, bake beautifully, and reheat like a dream. Whether you’re hosting a feast or contributing a dish to a potluck, Stuffing Muffins are the side dish people rave about, request the recipe for, and strategically hover around the kitchen to grab “just one more.”

Affiliate Link

We’re excited to share that Wine Cheese Scallops is now part of the Amazon Affiliate Program! 🎉 When you shop using our special link, ANY item you purchase—whether it’s kitchen gear, home essentials, books, or even dog treats—helps support our blog at no extra cost to you.

It’s a simple way to help us keep creating recipes, reviews, and foodie fun you love. So whether you're restocking pantry staples or grabbing your next favorite gadget, your support means the world to us. 🛒💛

Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing Cubes

Bag of Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing surrounded by onions, eggs, lemon, garlic, butter, and a carton of chicken broth on a wooden surface.

These stuffing cubes are a holiday staple for a reason — they offer consistent texture, excellent absorbency, and a perfectly balanced herb blend that forms the backbone of this recipe. Their structure holds up well to broth and eggs without becoming mushy, making them ideal for muffin-style stuffing. Using pre-seasoned cubes saves time while still giving you that homemade, comforting flavor profile that feels like tradition.

Fresh Herbs (Rosemary, Thyme, Parsley)

Fresh herbs bring this recipe to life. Rosemary adds an earthy pine aroma, thyme contributes a soft woodsy note, and parsley delivers fresh brightness that cuts through the richness. Together, they create the signature "Thanksgiving" fragrance that fills your home as these muffins bake. Incorporating fresh herbs instead of dried ensures vibrant flavor in every bite and elevates this dish from simple stuffing to a gourmet holiday side.

Shredded cheese in a glass cup, surrounded by an onion, eggs, fresh herbs, and greens on a wooden surface. Bright and fresh scene.

Sponsored Ad

Recipe Origin

Fresh herbs and a white onion are close together, surrounded by vibrant greenery. A glass partially visible. Bright and natural setting.

Stuffing has been a beloved part of holiday feasts for centuries, evolving from simple bread mixtures to richly flavored casseroles packed with herbs and aromatics. As holiday gatherings grew in size, cooks began experimenting with ways to make stuffing easier to serve — and that’s how stuffing muffins became a modern classic. They offer everything people love about traditional stuffing with the added benefit of convenience and portion control.

Chopped herbs on a wooden board with a knife and measuring spoon in the background. Warm kitchen setting, rustic feel.

This recipe takes inspiration from those innovations by blending the familiar flavors of classic Thanksgiving stuffing with a method that ensures perfect texture every time. The buttery vegetables, savory herb blend, Parmesan cheese, and light lemon note create layers of flavor that taste both nostalgic and fresh. These muffins are fun, practical, and always a crowd pleaser, making them an easy new tradition to add to your family’s holiday table.

Sponsored Ad

Tips, Serving Suggestions & Storage

Chopped white onions and light green celery on a wooden cutting board, showcasing a fresh and vibrant kitchen preparation scene.

Use a large mixing bowl so the stuffing cubes have plenty of room to absorb the broth evenly.
Allow the sautéed vegetables to cool slightly before adding them to the mixture to avoid scrambling the eggs.
Fresh herbs are ideal, but in a pinch, you can substitute dried herbs using one-third the amount.
A large cookie scoop helps portion the muffins evenly so they bake at the same rate.
Press the mixture lightly into each muffin cup to help it hold its shape.
For extra-crispy tops, drizzle a small amount of melted butter over the muffins before baking.
These muffins pair well with turkey, ham, roast chicken, or vegetarian mains.
Serve them alongside cranberry sauce for a bright, sweet contrast.
They reheat well in the oven at 325 degrees F for about 10 minutes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Freeze individually wrapped stuffing muffins for up to one month; reheat from frozen until warmed through.

Sponsored Ad

Unique Recipe Qualities

Hand with red nails holding metal scraper, chopping garlic over a pan. Green and white vegetables visible. Cooking preparation scene.

Diced onions and celery are poured into a bowl of bread cubes mixed with herbs, creating a vibrant stuffing mix in a kitchen setting.

Individually portioned servings make them ideal for large gatherings.
Each muffin has crispy edges and a soft interior.
The recipe combines fresh herbs with classic stuffing flavors.
Parmesan cheese adds depth and richness.
The bright lemon juice enhances flavor and balances richness.
Muffin-form stuffing is easy to serve and transport.
The recipe makes a large batch suitable for holidays.
The texture is consistent and reliable.
They reheat well without drying out.
They freeze beautifully for advance meal prep.
Perfect for buffets or potlucks where traditional stuffing can be messy.

Amazon Affiliate Link

🎉 Exciting News for Wine Cheese Scallops! 🎉 We’re now officially Amazon Affiliates! If you’re planning any Amazon shopping, you can support our blog just by using our link – no extra cost to you, no matter what you’re buying! 🛒💖

🔗 AMAZON.COM 🔗

So whether it’s kitchen gadgets, books, holiday gifts, or anything else you need, every purchase through our link helps us keep sharing delicious recipes, foodie tips, and restaurant finds! 🌟 Thank you for being part of our journey!

Stuffing Muffins (Makes 22–24 Muffins)

Chopped onions and celery are added to breadcrumb mixture in a stainless steel bowl. The setting appears to be a kitchen.

Ingredients:

2 (12 oz) packages Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Cubed Stuffing
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried sage
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
4 cups turkey or chicken broth
4 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
4 large eggs
1 ½ teaspoons salt, plus additional to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease two standard 12-cup muffin tins with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the stuffing cubes, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Let cool slightly.
In another large bowl, whisk the eggs with a portion of the broth. Add the remaining broth and the egg mixture to the stuffing cubes, stirring to combine. Stir in the lemon juice, then add the vegetable mixture. Season with another ¼ teaspoon salt and toss until fully combined.
Use a large cookie scoop to divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the muffins are warmed through and golden brown on top.

Three savory stuffing muffins on a green plate. They are golden-brown with visible herbs and bread chunks, creating an inviting, warm look.

MUST-HAVE TOOLS FOR THIS RECIPE

We’re so excited for you to try this recipe! To make it even easier, we’ve put together a list of our favorite kitchen tools that are super helpful for this recipe. By using our affiliate links below, you’ll not only be getting top-notch products but also supporting our blog, Wine Cheese Scallops. Thank you so much for your support—happy cooking!