Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful twist on classic stuffing, featuring savory ground turkey and sweet dried cranberries. These golden-brown bites are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy snack. With their aromatic flavor and impressive appearance, they’re sure to become a favorite at any meal. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for appetizers or sides, these stuffing balls will elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt a bit of butter. Sauté the diced onion and celery until soft, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, cranberries, eggs, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized balls (about 2 inches in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffing ball (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg