Description
Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful fusion of savory turkey and sweet cranberries, making them an irresistible addition to your holiday meals or cozy family dinners. These bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and can be served as appetizers, side dishes, or part of a festive spread. Their combination of flavors is sure to impress guests of all ages, while the make-ahead option allows you to save time during busy cooking sessions. Enjoy these flavorful bites fresh from the oven or reheat them later for a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 cups dried bread cubes
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- Dried herbs: sage, thyme, garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine dried bread cubes, cranberries, celery, and onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together ground turkey, chicken broth, melted butter, egg, sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Add the turkey mixture to the bread cube mixture and mix until evenly combined. Form into 1 ½-inch balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffing balls (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg