Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful combination of savory turkey and sweet-tart cranberries, making them the perfect addition to your holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. With their crispy golden exterior and flavorful filling, these bite-sized treats evoke cherished memories of festive celebrations. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or side dish, these stuffing balls are sure to impress your guests and warm hearts at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, cranberries, parsley, thyme, eggs, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized spheres and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your favorite sauce or gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffing balls (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg