Savory Turkey Cranberry Stuffing Balls
Delicious turkey and cranberry stuffing balls that combine savory and sweet flavors, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups stuffing mix
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp sage
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (optional, for binding)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, stuffing mix, cranberry sauce, chopped celery, chopped onion, chopped parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. If the mixture is too crumbly, you can add an egg to help bind it.
- Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm as a savory appetizer or side dish.
Notes
These stuffing balls can be customized with nuts, dried fruits, or different herbs as per your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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