Easy Vegan Stuffing

5 from 1 vote

Make the BEST vegan stuffing – tender & moist inside with crispy edges, and loaded with classic savory herbs for your Thanksgiving and Christmas table!

Prep Time20

Cook Time45

Total Time1 5

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan

Servings: - 12

Calories: 238kcal

Author: Toni

Equipment

Ingredients

1 loaf sliced bread (12 to 14 cups), cut into 1-inch cubes and dried (or about 12 cups store-bought dried stuffing cubes)
¼ Cup vegan butter
1 large yellow onion diced
3 celery stalks diced
3 garlic cloves minced
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
3 teaspoons fresh herbs finely chopped (optional: sage, thyme, or parsley)
2 to 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (add as needed)
½ taaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste

Instructions

To prepare the bread, cut the slices into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly on a large baking sheet. Bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 30–40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the cubes are completely dry but not browned. Let cool. To save time, you can substitute about 12 cups of store-bought dried stuffing cubes instead.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and sauté for 6–7 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the garlic, poultry seasoning, and fresh herbs (if using). Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Place the dried bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the cooked vegetable mixture over the bread and toss gently to combine.
Gradually add 2 cups vegetable broth, tossing lightly until the bread is evenly moistened but not soggy. Add more broth as needed, ¼ cup at a time.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven and serve warm

Notes

Make sure the bread is dry: Even 1-2 day-old bread may retain moisture. Oven-dry (time will vary) until crisp to avoid soggy stuffing.
Add broth incrementally: The amount needed will vary. It should be evenly moist, but not leaking excess liquid. It can help to let it sit for a moment to absorb the liquid before adding more.
For crispier edges: Broil the stuffing at the end, optionally with a drizzle of melted vegan butter. Monitor to avoid burn.
Adjust the baking pan if preferred: Use a larger, wider pan to maximize surface area, or a smaller, deeper dish for softer stuffing.

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