Bread Apple Raisin Dressing for Turkey

Infused with the warm, comforting flavors of fall, this Bread Apple Raisin Dressing for Turkey is the perfect holiday side dish to elevate your festive table. Featuring a delectable mix of toasted day-old bread cubes, sweet raisins, and diced apples, this savory-sweet stuffing is balanced with aromatic herbs like sage and thyme, plus a touch of fresh parsley for brightness. A buttery sauté of onions and celery adds depth, while chicken stock and a lightly beaten egg ensure moist, tender bites. Baked to a golden perfection, this versatile dressing can be served as a standalone side or stuffed inside your holiday turkey for a burst of flavor. With its hearty texture and irresistible blend of sweet and savory notes, this recipe is an ideal choice for Thanksgiving or any special gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old bread, cubed
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 2 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 cup raisins
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish or casserole dish.

Step 2

Spread the cubed bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped celery, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the diced apples and cook for another 3 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the raisins, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Combine thoroughly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, add the toasted bread cubes. Pour the mixture from the skillet over the bread and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk the chicken stock and beaten egg together. Pour this mixture over the bread mixture, stirring gently to make sure the liquid is evenly absorbed. The mixture should be moist but not soggy.

Step 8

Transfer the dressing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Serve the bread apple raisin dressing warm as a side dish or use it to stuff your turkey. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3612.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6951.7

Total Fat 173.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 476.6mg	0%
Sodium 12409.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1163.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 85.8g	0%
Total Sugars 217.3g
Protein 234.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 1608.7mg	0%
Iron 73.0mg	0%
Potassium 4831.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.8%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 65.1%