This Gluten Free Stuffing is moist, flavorful and loaded with all the classic traditional flavors. Sage, thyme & cranberries all blended together with GF bread cubes for the perfect holiday side. A great addition to Thanksgiving, Christmas or any occasion. Gluten Free, Easy, Vegetarian.
Updated- this was originally posted November 2016
So Guys when it comes to stuffing I know everyone has their own personal preferences....
And I get that... trust me! 😏 Kinda like we all have that one favorite side.
Well stuffing is that one fav for me.... Except for the Mashed Potatoes of course. 😆
Hence I needed this to be the best gluten free stuffing EVER.
Tips for making Gluten Free Stuffing:
- Start with your favorite brand of gluten free bread
- Cause a good bread makes all the difference
- And like I said everyone has a personal preference... whether it be white bread or whole grain GF bread
- Make sure the bread cubes are dry
- The easiest way to do this is by putting them on a rimmed baking sheet and drying out in the oven at a low temperature
And these are really just the basics for making a good homemade stuffing.
Can I make the stuffing ahead of time?
You certainly can do that if short on time... Just make sure you bake it the same day you prepare it.... then allow it to cool, cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
So what's the difference between stuffing and dressing?
This is pretty much up to the individual person you ask and where they grew up.
Although traditionally stuffing may refer to stuffing it in another food and dressing making it in a pan....
BUT since I grew up calling it stuffing, even though this is made in a pan.....I'm 🙋♀️ calling it STUFFING!
Although honestly I don't know if it even really matters whatcha call it. 😆
What do you think? 🤔 Stuffing or Dressing???
And here are just some of the highlights of this Gluten Free Cranberry Stuffing....
- It's so Easy to prepare
- Moist and Flavorful
- Cranberries just belong on the holiday table
- Most importantly Gluten Free
- Vegetarian
So if you make this stuffing please be sure to let me know in the comments below.... plus by star ⭐ rating the recipe it gives me an idea how much you Enjoyed it!
Until Next time- xoxo
Enjoy!
Gluten Free Cranberry Stuffing
Ingredients
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves finely chopped garlic
- 6 tablespoon butter plus some for casserole pan
- 1 tsp. dried rubbed sage
- ½ tsp. thyme
- ½ tsp. rosemary (optional)
- ¼ tsp. nutmug
- 1 tsp. fresh chopped sage
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 lb. loaf gluten free bread of choice- approximately 10 cups bread cubes
- 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
Bread Cubes:
- Cut bread into 1 to 2 inch cubes based on your preference and spread out on large baking sheet.
- Dry out on low temperature 225-250 degrees for about 30 minutes till toasty.
- Remove from oven, place in large mixing bowl and set aside.
Stuffing:
- Preheat oven 350 degrees
- Generously grease casserole dish with at least 1 tbsp. butter
- Meanwhile melt 6 tbsp. butter in pan over medium heat.
- Then add onion, celery, and garlic. Cook for about 5-6 minutes.
- Then add spices to onion mixture and cook another minute until fragrant.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Add onion mixture, vegetable broth, eggs, to dried bread cubes and combine well.
- Then stir in cranberries.
- Pour into buttered casserole pan.
- Bake in preheated oven 35 minutes covered. Then remove cover and bake an additional 10 minutes.
Carrie
Oh... a gluten free stuffing recipe. Wonderful!! I would have to leave out the cranberries though.
Natalie
Now this looks really REALLY delicious. I love how easy this is. And it's gluten free and so healthy. Perfect for upcoming holidays.
Andrea Metlika
This looks Fabulous for the Holidays! Love the addition of cranberries IN the stuffing.
Daniela
This stuffing looks absolutely delicious! I especially love the addition of the cranberries; a little bit of tartness always helps to balance out flavors.
Matt @ Plating Pixels
I have some gluten-free eaters in my family. This looks perfect!
Natalie
Looks so delicious and simply perfect for Thanksgiving!
Tracy
Can I make this a day ahead of cooking it?
Stephanie
Hi Tracy, you can certainly make it a day ahead, but I recommend cooking it, allowing it to cool and store covered in the fridge. Then just warm it up prior to serving.
Shanika
This stuffing looks and sounds delicious! I love the touch of cranberries!
deliciousmeetshealthywp
This gluten free stuffing looks fantastic! Great for our Thanksgiving table!
Stef
Thanks!
Platter Talk
Great recipe for my GF peeps! Thanks.
Stef
Thanks 🙂
Stef
Thanks! Agreed that stuff in box is never as good.
fionassaluk
I have a gluten-free vegetarian coming to Thanksgiving this year and this is PERFECT! I really was not tempted by those 'gf stuffing in a box' things I was seeing on shelves.
I agree - cranberries do belong all over the table at Thanksgiving!
Stef
Thanks for sharing Lisa 🙂
Garlic + Zest
This stuffing is so festive and I love the harvest colors. My neighbor is gluten free, so I'm going to send her this link...
Stef
Thanks Tara 🙂
Tara
I am definitely picky when it comes to stuffing too. Yours looks beautiful. I love all those colors and flavors. Definitely a delicious accompaniment to the holiday table.
Stef
Thanks Sarah! Yes, definitely picky about the Stuffing..haha
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes
the husband is a stuffing addict lol.. but he's a lot less picky than you 😛 This sounds so delicious!
Shinee
It amazes me how gluten-free diet can push the creativity! And you won!! I totally get you on keep trying to find the perfect version!
Stef
Yup it sure can..But this has always been a favorite and I knew I would get there.
Bintu (@recipespantry)
An interesting addition of cranberries for added goodness. We love stuffing too and this one looks tasty
Stef
Thanks Bintu and the cranberries just brought it to the next level 🙂
Nayna Kanabar (@SIMPLYF00D)
This looks absolutely delicious and perfect for a vegetarian christmas. Book marking the recipe.
Stef
Thanks Nayna!
helene dsouza
The colors make it look so appealing! A friend of mine eats gluten-free and now vegetarian as well, so I will pass on this recipe to her since she finds it difficult to get around such recipes. Thanks for sharing!
Stef
You're welcome! And Thanks for sharing with your friend. Hope she Enjoys!
Luci {Luci's Morsels}
I love that this stuffing recipe is gluten free! And it has cranberries! Yum!
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Stef
Thanks Luci!
Stef
Mine too. Thanks Raia!
Raia T.
Stuffing is probably my favorite part of Thanksgiving! I love that you used cranberries in yours!