Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing {Dairy-Free} (2024)

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An easy gluten-free stuffing recipe. This classic stuffing recipe is also dairy-free. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal!

Original recipe published October 2017, updated with recipe steps and new photos in October 2018, updated and video added November 2020.

Gluten-Free Stuffing

Making homemade gluten-free stuffing is so easy! Don’t stress about trying to find a good gluten-free stuffing mix.

I have tried serval brands of boxed stuffing over the years and was never very impressed – they definitely weren’t Stove Top Stuffing. Some brands were downright horrible!

When I went gluten-free in 2010, there were not a whole lot of options. There were no options like Trader Joe’s or Aldi’s gluten-free stuffing.

I promise my homemade gluten-free stuffing recipe is so much better than box mixes! You can see just how easy this gluten-free stuffing is to make in the recipe video.

Gluten-Free Bread

My family’s favorite brand of gluten-free bread is Schär. Not only is it gluten-free, but it’s also dairy-free. I love that I am able to buy Schär gluten-free bread at Walmart.

I use Schär gluten-free bread in my recipe, but you can use your favorite brand of gluten-free bread. Just make sure that your loaf is 14 ounces.

You can also use homebaked gluten-free bread. I have two easy recipes. One is for oven-baked Gluten-Free Bread and my other recipe is for an easy Gluten-Free Bread Machine Recipe.

If you are going to use homemade gluten-free bread make sure to bake it at least a day in advance so it has time to cool completely. You may want to slice the bread and let it dry out overnight. Homebaked gluten-free bread is a lot softer than store-bought gluten-free bread.

Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Stuffing

This gluten-free stuffing recipe has no additional dairy added to it, so make sure if you need to be both gluten-free and dairy-free that you use a gluten-free bread that is also dairy-free. Most of my family is also dairy-free (me included) so I always try and have a dairy-free option in my recipes.

Some of my favorite dairy-free alternatives that I like to cook with are coconut oil or Smart Balance butter. I also like cooking with unsweetened almond or coconut milk.

HowTo Make Gluten-Free Stuffing

Making homemade gluten-free stuffing is super easy! I promise you will never go back to a boxed gluten-free stuffing mix again.

• Preheat your oven to 350° F and spray a 2.5-quart casserole dish with gluten-free cooking spray.
• Cut the gluten-free sandwich bread into medium-sized cubes and add bread pieces to a large bowl. (photo 1)
• Add the olive oil, celery, and minced garlic to a medium-sized skillet and saute over medium/high heat until soft, about 6-8 minutes (photo 2)
• Add the spices to a small bowl and stir to combine. Pour seasoning blend and whisked eggs over the bread and stir. (photo 3)
• Pour chicken broth over the bread mixture and gently mix until the bread is evenly moistened. (photo 4)
• Add sauteed celery and garlic to the bread mixture and stir.
• Pour the stuffing mixture into the greased casserole dish. (photo 6)
• Bake for 40-50 minutes until the top of the stuffing is golden brown and lightly crisp. I like to bake my stuffing on the middle rack. Please watch your oven because all ovens are different. Enjoy!
• Keep any leftovers in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to three days. The stuffing can be easily reheated in the oven or microwave.

Tips For Making The Best Gluten-Free Stuffing

• You do not need to toast the gluten-free bread before making the stuffing. Gluten-free bread is a lot dryer than traditional bread.
• Make sure you check the label of the chicken broth. A lot of broths are not gluten-free. I make my own by using Orrington Farms Chicken Flavored Broth Base. I buy it at Walmart.
• You can easily add your favorite stuffing mix-ins like cooked sausage, chopped nuts, or other vegetables.

Can I Make The Gluten-Free Stuffing Ahead Of Time?

Yes, you can make the stuffing ahead of time and bake it later. Just make the stuffing as directed (unbaked), cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.

When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator and then bake as directed.

How To Freeze Stuffing

If you have left-overs (which my family never does), stuffing is easy to freeze. Place your completely cooled stuffing in a freezer-friendly air-tight container or plastic freezer bag. You can freeze stuffing for several months.

Defrost the stuffing in the refrigerator overnight. You can reheat the stuffing in the oven at 350°F for 15- 20 minutes or in the microwave.

What To Serve With Gluten-Free Stuffing For Thanksgiving

Stuffing is one of the most important side dishes for a holiday or Thanksgiving dinner. Serve it alongside gluten-free Sweet Potato Casserole, Green Bean Casserole, turkey, Gravy, Dinner Rolls, and of course Pumpkin Pie for dessert!

Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing

If you have been missing Stove Top stuffing, you are going to love this gluten-free stuffing! It actually reminds me a lot ofPepperidge Farms stuffing (you know the stuffing in the bag), but it’s even better than that.

My gluten-free stuffing is the perfect combination of savory seasonings. It’s a balance between moist and crispy bread. I promise it’s so good no one will even know it’s gluten-free!

More Gluten-Free Side Dish Recipes To Try!

• Gluten-Free Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
• Gluten-Free Sweet Cornbread {Dairy-Free Option}
• Loaded Bacon Ranch Potato Salad {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option}

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