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    Oh My Veggies » Holiday Recipes » Thanksgiving Recipes

    Vegan Stuffing

    Published: Apr 21, 2021 · by Nicole · Updated: Nov 2, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    gluten-free vegan stuffing

    The yummiest vegan stuffing! Loaded with flavor from crusty bread, fresh veggies and herbs, and vegan sausage. This stuffing is perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner. Serve with vegan gravy for a true feast!

    vegan stuffing on a white plate

    I love stuffing so much. It’s one of my holiday season favorites – I always look forward to loading at least half my plate with it and drenching it in this delicious vegan gravy. I could seriously eat it every day, if that were socially acceptable. 

    Now, there are different varieties of stuffing out there. The British/Irish version is made from breadcrumbs, while American-style stuffing has whole chunks of bread.

    This year, I decided to test out the latter variety. And the results are pretty delicious.

    Made with wholesome ingredients, this vegan stuffing is:

    • Hearty and comforting. 
    • Gluten-free.
    • Simple. 
    • Easy to make and great for beginners.
    • Made with lots of vegetables. 
    • Perfect as a side dish. 
    • Incredibly flavorful. 

    If you're here planning your holiday menu, don't miss our new Vegan Christmas and Vegan Thanksgiving cookbooks. They're packed with all my favorite holiday-worthy recipes for a plant-based feast.

    close up of vegan stuffing in a baking dish

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    ingredients for vegan stuffing
    • Gluten-free bread. You can use ordinary bread too if you don't need a gluten free recipes.  
    • Vegan butter. Any variety is fine. You can use unsalted, but I usually use one with a little bit of salt for some extra flavor. The Earth Balance brand is a good choice.
    • Fresh garlic.
    • Onion. Together with the garlic, this is a must for a savory, deep flavor.
    • Carrot.
    • Mushrooms. I usually use the chestnut variety, but ordinary button mushrooms or baby portobello work too.
    • Celery.
    • Sage. This is a key ingredient for stuffing, so don’t skip it!
    • Cumin. Another spice that helps add richness and depth. 
    • Apple cider vinegar. Great for balance and a hint of tanginess. 
    • Salt.
    • Plant based milk of your choice. Almond milk is a good option.
    • Vegan sausage. I really like the Field Roast brand. You can leave this out or replace it with crumbled tofu or tempeh, if you prefer.
    vegan stuffing being served

    Making the Stuffing (Step by Step)

    First, toast the bread. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C / 350 degrees F and line a few baking trays with parchment paper.

    Cut sliced bread up into small cubes and arrange it over the baking trays in single layers. Bake in the preheated oven for around 10 minutes, making sure not to leave it for too long as it will start to burn. When ready, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. 

    cooking the vegetables and herbs

    Meanwhile, melt the butter in a non-stick pan. Once melted, add the garlic, onion and carrot. Cook for around 5 minutes, until fragrant and the carrot starts to soften.

    Now add the mushrooms and celery. Start cooking, and after 2 minutes add the sage, cumin, apple cider vinegar and water. Cook for a further 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables soften fully.

    baking the stuffing

    Add the vegetables to the mixing bowl with the bread, also adding the salt and the plant based milk. Make sure not to add too much of the plant based milk, as this could make the bread too soggy. Stir together really well, then add the vegan sausage and stir once more.

    Transfer to a rectangular baking dish or a casserole dish – you may need more than one. Bake at for 40-45 minutes, until golden brown on top.

    vegan stuffing in a white baking dish

    Tips

    Can you make this stuffing ahead of time?

    Yes – you can leave it in the fridge, covered, for up to around 3 days. I wouldn’t recommend leaving it longer than that as the bread may start to lose its crispiness. 

    Planning a vegan holiday dinner?

    If you're planning a plant based feast for the holidays, be sure to check out our Vegan Thanksgiving Cookbook and Vegan Christmas Cookbook. They're loaded with holiday-worthy recipes.

    close up of the vegan stuffing being served

    More Holiday Recipes

    If you love this vegan stuffing, check out these other delicious holiday-worthy recipes:

    • Vegan Eggnog
    • Parmesan Herb Roasted Potatoes
    • Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes
    • Chewy Candy Cane Cookies

    P.S. Don't miss our complete Vegan Thanksgiving Cookbook, for the ultimate plant based feast!

    gluten-free vegan stuffing

    Vegan Stuffing

    The yummiest vegan stuffing! Loaded with flavor from crusty bread, fresh veggies and herbs, and vegan sausage. This stuffing is perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner. Serve with vegan gravy for a true feast!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: gluten-free vegan stuffing
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 333kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Equipment

    • Baking tray
    • Frying pan
    • Conventional oven

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb bread gluten-free if desired
    • ¼ cup vegan butter
    • 3 gloves garlic minced
    • 1 large onion diced
    • 1 large carrot peeled and sliced
    • 2 cups chestnut mushrooms finely chopped
    • 1 cup celery chopped
    • 1 tbsp sage
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
    • 1 cup water or veggie broth
    • ½ tsp sea salt
    • ½ cup plant-based milk such as almond milk
    • 1 cup vegan sausage diced, optional
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C / 350 degrees F and line 2-3 baking trays with parchment paper.
    • Cut sliced bread up into small cubes and arrange it over the baking trays in single layers. Bake in the preheated oven for around 10 minutes, making sure not to leave it for too long as it will start to burn. When ready, transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
    • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a non-stick pan. Once melted, add the garlic, onion and carrot. Cook for around 5 minutes, until fragrant and the carrot starts to soften.
    • Add the mushrooms and celery. Start cooking, and after 2 minutes add the sage, cumin, apple cider vinegar and water. Cook for a further 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables soften fully.
    • Add the vegetables to the mixing bowl with the bread, also adding the salt and the plant based milk. Make sure not to add too much of the plant based milk, as this could make the bread too soggy. Stir together really well, then add the vegan sausage and stir once more.
    • Transfer to a rectangular baking dish or a casserole dish – you may need more than one. Bake at 180 degrees C (350 F) for 40-45 minutes, until golden brown on top.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 333kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 14gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 433mgPotassium: 271mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1604IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 7mg
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