Leftover Stuffing Muffins
These Leftover Stuffing Muffins are a creative way to transform holiday leftovers into a delicious, savory treat. Made with leftover stuffing, turkey, eggs, and cheddar cheese, they bake up crispy and golden—perfect with cranberry sauce or gravy.
12 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups leftover stuffing
- 1 cup cooked turkey cubed
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded medium cheddar cheese
- Cranberry sauce or gravy optional for serving
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal of the muffins after baking.
Prepare the Muffin Cups:
- Evenly divide the leftover stuffing and cubed turkey among all 12 muffin cups. Avoid pressing the mixture too firmly, as leaving it slightly loose allows the egg mixture to fill the gaps.
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and parsley. Whisk until the ingredients are fully combined and the mixture appears slightly frothy.
Fill the Muffin Cups:
- Carefully pour the egg mixture over the stuffing and turkey, filling each muffin cup slightly more than halfway. This leaves room for the muffins to expand while baking.
Add the Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tops of the muffins.
Bake:
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and the edges appear crispy. The muffins should feel set when gently touched.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the muffins to cool for approximately 5 minutes before carefully running a butter knife around the edges to release them from the pan. Serve warm with a side of cranberry sauce or gravy for dipping, if desired.
Notes
To make these Leftover Stuffing Muffins gluten-free:
- Use a gluten-free stuffing mix or homemade gluten-free cornbread stuffing.
- Ensure the turkey and all other ingredients, including the cheese and seasoning, are certified gluten-free.