Description
Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls are the perfect solution for transforming your holiday leftovers into a mouthwatering treat. These savory bites combine tender shredded turkey and sweet dried cranberries, creating a delightful balance of flavors that will please both kids and adults alike. Whether served warm with gravy as a side dish or enjoyed cold as a snack, these stuffing balls are versatile and can elevate any meal. Plus, they come together in just under 40 minutes, making them an easy addition to your culinary repertoire. Ideal for family gatherings or meal prep, this recipe yields about 12 servings, ensuring there’s plenty to go around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups bread crumbs
- 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded
- ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
- ½ cup onion, finely diced
- ½ cup celery, diced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine bread crumbs, shredded turkey, chopped cranberries, diced onion, diced celery, and chopped parsley.
- Add dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in chicken broth and the egg until the mixture is evenly textured; adjust moisture if necessary.
- Form the mixture into balls about two tablespoons each and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg