Description
Cranberry turkey stuffing balls are a comforting and flavorful twist on classic holiday dishes, combining ground turkey, dried cranberries, and seasoned stuffing into perfectly portioned bites.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups prepared stuffing (or leftover stuffing)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 large egg
- 2–4 tbsp chicken or turkey broth (as needed)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing, dried cranberries, egg, salt, and pepper. Add a splash of broth if the mixture feels too dry.
- Roll the mixture into evenly sized balls (about golf-ball size) and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until turkey is cooked through and tops are golden.
- Let the stuffing balls rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Substitute ground chicken for a lighter variation.
- Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for texture.
- Mix in shredded cheese for extra richness.
- Use fresh herbs like rosemary or sage for more holiday flavor.
- Chill mixture before shaping to help balls hold together better.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffing balls
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
