Thanksgiving Turkey and Stuffing Muffins 🦃🥧

These Thanksgiving Turkey and Stuffing Muffins are a festive spin on classic holiday flavors! Perfect for a cozy family dinner, a potluck, or even brunch—these savory delights are packed with all the traditional tastes of Thanksgiving in a fun, portable muffin form. Each bite is filled with moist turkey, hearty stuffing, and a hint of cranberry, giving you that holiday cheer in every mouthful!

Ingredients

For the Muffins

• 2 cups of cooked, shredded turkey
• 2 cups of stuffing mix (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped celery
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp of dried sage
• 1 tsp of dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cranberry Sauce Topping

• 1 cup of cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked turkey, stuffing mix, chicken broth, celery, onion, cheese, eggs, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

🥄 Ensure that the turkey is finely shredded to help it mix evenly with the stuffing. Feel free to add a dash of your favorite spices for a personalized touch!

3. Spoon the turkey and stuffing mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and cooked through.

5. While the muffins bake, prepare the cranberry sauce topping by mixing the cranberry sauce with chopped walnuts or pecans (if using) in a small bowl.

6. Once the muffins are done baking, let them cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

7. Serve each muffin warm with a spoonful of cranberry sauce on top.

🍂 These muffins are fantastic on their own but elevate the flavors with a little cranberry sauce! Get creative and serve with some extra gravy on the side for dipping!

Variations

• Vegetarian: Substitute turkey with sautéed mushrooms or a plant-based meat alternative, and use vegetable broth instead. Still satisfying and delicious! 🥗
• Gluten-free: Use gluten-free stuffing mix and ensure that your chicken broth is also gluten-free. The muffins will be just as tasty without the gluten!
• Cheesy Delight: Add more cheese! Consider adding a layer of mozzarella on top just before the muffins finish baking for a gooey, cheesy finish. 🧀
• Herb twist: Mix in fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary for added freshness.

These Thanksgiving Turkey and Stuffing Muffins are sure to bring a smile to your face this holiday season! Enjoy every bite and create wonderful memories with family and friends. 🌟