Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a festive, flavorful twist on traditional stuffing, combining savory turkey with tart cranberries and aromatic herbs. Perfect for appetizers or side dishes, they’re baked to perfection for a comforting, bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried sage
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
2 large eggs
½ cup chicken broth
Olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, cranberries, and any additional seasonings you prefer.
- Mix in the ground turkey thoroughly with the stuffing mixture.
- Take a handful of the mixture and roll it into balls, approximately 1 to 1½ inches in diameter.
- Place the formed stuffing balls onto a greased baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced out evenly.
- Bake the stuffing balls for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and heated through.
- Remove the stuffing balls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley.
Incorporate finely chopped vegetables like carrots or mushrooms for added texture and nutrition.
For a cheesy twist, mix in grated Parmesan or cheddar.
Drizzle maple syrup over the balls for a touch of sweetness before baking.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg