Festive Cranberry Turkey & Stuffing Delight Balls
Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a festive twist on classic holiday stuffing. Combining the comforting flavors of seasoned bread, savory turkey, and sweet-tart cranberries, these little bites are a perfect addition to your holiday menu.Not only are they easy to make, but they’re also versatile enough to serve as appetizers, side dishes, or even as a creative way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers. Whether you drizzle them with cranberry sauce or enjoy them as-is, these stuffing balls are sure to impress your guests and become a holiday favorite!
Ingredients
For the Stuffing Balls
- 4 cups bread cubes lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey shredded or finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken or turkey broth
- 1 large egg beaten
For the Sauce (Optional)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes, onion, celery, dried cranberries, turkey, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Gradually add the broth and beaten egg, mixing until the mixture is moist but not soggy.
- Shape the mixture into 12-15 balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- If making the sauce, heat the cranberry sauce and orange juice in a small saucepan over medium heat until smooth. Serve alongside or drizzled over the stuffing balls.
Notes
120 kal per ball