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The holiday season is synonymous with hearty meals and cherished traditions, and nothing embodies this festive spirit quite like stuffing. While traditional stuffing is often served as a side dish, our recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Stuffing Bites takes this beloved dish to a whole new level. These tantalizing bites blend the comforting flavors of classic stuffing with the delightful crispiness achieved through air frying.

Crispy Air Fryer Stuffing Bites

Delicious and crispy stuffing bites perfect for appetizers or side dishes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 20

Ingredients
  

  • 4.0 cups stale bread, cubed
  • 1.0 cup vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup butter
  • 1.0 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1.0 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1.0 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries
  • 0.0 spray cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes while you prepare the stuffing mixture.
  • In a large bowl, combine the stale bread cubes with vegetable broth. Toss until the bread is evenly soaked, then let it sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped celery and onion, sautéing until softened (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in the sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the sautéed mixture to the soaked bread cubes. If using, fold in the shredded cheese, dried cranberries, or chopped walnuts. Mix until everything is well combined.
  • Scoop out small portions of the stuffing mixture (about 1-2 tablespoons each) and shape them into small balls or patties. You should get around 20-25 bites depending on size.
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the stuffing bites in a single layer in the basket, making sure to leave some space between each for even cooking. You may need to do this in batches. Lightly spray the tops of the bites with cooking spray.
  • Air fry your stuffing bites for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  • Remove the stuffing bites from the air fryer and cool slightly before serving. These make a fantastic appetizer or side dish, ideal for any holiday gathering!

Notes

These can be customized with different mix-ins such as cheese or nuts.
Keyword air fryer, appetizer, stuffing, Thanksgiving