Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls
Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, delivering a nostalgic taste that will remind you of festive gatherings. These tender and crunchy bites are packed with ground turkey, fresh cranberries, and aromatic herbs, making them an ideal appetizer or side dish for Thanksgiving and holiday meals. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, these stuffing balls will surely impress your guests and become a new family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (48 stuffing balls) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 tsp chopped fresh sage (or 1 tsp dried)
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and celery until soft, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, cranberries, herbs, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into balls about one inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Serve warm on a platter for an irresistible treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 stuffing balls (140g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg