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TweetShare Don't tell anyone that this Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing is GF. It's so tasty and moist that everyone at your Thanksgiving will be asking for seconds.Best of all this gluten free turkey stuffing recipe is made with a combination of cornbread, vegetables, and seasonings that’s easy to make ahead of time.In fact, this gluten free dressing recipe will soon be a family holiday favorite.What's the difference between cornbread stuffing and cornbread dressing?This is a gluten free cornbread stuffing dressing recipe. But actually, it should be called gluten free cornbread dressing.That's because stuffing goes into the turkey or chicken.And the dressing is made separately. Not in the bird.In the South, many call cornbread stuffing, cornbread dressing.And the rest of us think that dressing is something you put on your salad.To each his own, I guess!How to make gluten free stuffing1. Make a batch of gluten free cornbread a day or two ahead of time.2. Cut the cornbread into cubes and toast them lightly in the oven.3. Make gluten free bread cubes by cutting up 12 ounces of bread. Then toast those in the oven.4. Sauté the onions and celery. Add seasonings.5. Add the sautéed vegetables, toasted cornbread, and toasted gluten free bread cubes to a large bowl. Mix well.6. Lightly beat eggs and add to the bread cube mixture. Mix well.7. Add broth to bread cube mixture and stir with each addition.8. Spread stuffing into a prepared 9"x13" baking dish.9. Bake until golden brown. Remove from oven and serve immediately.Gluten free Thanksgiving dressing time saversWhile the recipe below gives directions for making gluten free cornbread from scratch, you can use Krusteaz Gluten Free Cornbread Mix instead.It's one of my favorite cornbread mixes since it's so flavorful.And it’s easy to make – just add milk, oil and an egg! It bakes up perfectly every time.Buy two boxes and make an extra to serve on the side along with your gluten free turkey dressing and Thanksgiving dinner.Making sure it's a gluten free stuffing recipeTo make the best gluten free stuffing recipe, use a good all-purpose gluten free flour like Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour since it cooks up just like regular flour.Here’s the best way to measure gluten free flour: Believe it or not, you shouldn’t scoop gluten free flour directly out of the bag with a measuring cup.It packs down the flour and you end up with a bit too much in your cup. Too much flour means your cornbread may come out too dry.Instead, spoon the flour from the bag (or the container you keep your flour in) into your measuring cup. Then use the back of a spatula or knife to level off the top of the cup.This way the gluten free flour is given a mini-sift and isn’t packed down.Chicken broth: Also make sure to check the label of the chicken broth you’re using for any gluten.Many popular brands of chicken broth are now certified to be gluten free.However, this changes from time to time. So always double-check the label!Check out my Best Gluten Free Products List to find more of my favorite gluten free baking products!Can you make vegan cornbread stuffing?Yes, you can certainly do so with these substitutions:Cornbread: Use a vegan cornbread recipe like my Vegan Cornbread Recipe with Rosemary instead of the gluten free cornbread for stuffing.Bread: Make sure the gluten free bread you're using is also vegan. This is probably the most challenging ingredient as the gluten free, egg-free bread I see for sale all use honey.But if you're vegan, I'm sure you know of a brand. You could also try doubling up on the cornbread.Buttery spread: Substitute a vegan buttery spread like Earth Balance instead of butter.Broth: Instead of chicken broth, use a vegan vegetable broth in this recipe for gluten free dressing.Egg substitute: Finally, instead of eggs in the vegan cornbread dressing, use an egg substitute like Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer.Just remember to double-check that all your ingredients are both vegan and gluten free to keep this a gluten free dressing for Thanksgiving.More tips for making gluten free dressing for turkeyReduce the sugar: When baking the cornbread, you can reduce the sugar using a sugar substitute like monk fruit sweetener or Swerve Sweetener.Use fresh herbs: You can also use fresh herbs leftover from other Thanksgiving recipes to this gluten free cornbread stuffing.The correct ratio is one tablespoon of fresh herbs to one teaspoon of dried herbs.1/2 cup fresh parsley2 tablespoons fresh sage1 tablespoon fresh thymeDairy free? If you’re dairy free, use many of the vegan substitutions such as a vegan buttery spread instead of butter.If you’re making the cornbread from scratch, you can use unsweetened soy, coconut, or oat milk instead of cow’s milk. (The Krusteaz Gluten Free Cornbread Mix may contain milk.)Can I add more ingredients to the gluten free cornbread stuffing?Some people love to dress up their Thanksgiving dressing with additional ingredients like sausage, dried fruit, and vegetables.Since this recipe for gluten free stuffing is pretty "plain Jane" I give you permission to add any of the following, especially if you have a handful of this or that leftover from other holiday recipes:dried cranberriesdiced sweet potatoesdiced parsnipscooked chorizo sausage (like in my Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing Recipe with Chorizo, Squash & Apples)cooked Italian sausageAdd any of these ingredients when you're sautéing the onions and celery. Cook and soft (for the dried cranberries and vegetables).If you're adding sausage, cook separately and add to the gluten free recipe for stuffing mixture.I think you could add a cup or two (max) and not overflow the casserole dish.More easy Thanksgiving recipesLooking for more easy Thanksgiving dishes that are gluten free? Check these out!Appetizers: Spicy Cranberry Hummus, Turkey Cranberry Crescent Braid, Crab Stuffed MushroomsSide Dishes: Crockpot Mashed Potatoes, Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes, Vegan Rice Stuffing with Cranberries, Squash & Dates, Sugar Free Cranberry Sauce, Sara Moulton’s Best Make-Ahead Turkey GravyDesserts: Pumpkin Cheesecake Lasagna, Gluten Free Raspberry Pecan Pie, Gluten Free Chocolate Pecan Pie, Keto Pumpkin Mousse,Weight Watchers Pumpkin Mousse RecipeDinner: Instant Pot Turkey Breast, Crockpot Spiral Ham Recipe with Beer and Chutney Glaze, Smoked Turkey Brine with Smoked Turkey Rub Recipe, Recipe for how to brine and smoke a turkey breastLeftovers: Turkey Apricot Rice Salad, Turkey Enchilada Casserole
