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Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 stuffing balls 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delight your guests with these savory and sweet Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls, perfect for holiday feasts or cozy gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 cups stuffing mix
  • 1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened preferred)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onion and celery; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, stuffing mix, dried cranberries, chicken broth, thyme, and sage. Mix until well combined.
  4. Form Balls: Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy with extra gravy or cranberry sauce.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 115
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added flavor, feel free to incorporate sautéed mushrooms or different herbs like rosemary. These stuffing balls can be made ahead of time—just refrigerate formed balls overnight before baking.