Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls
Looking for the perfect holiday side dish or appetizer? These Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are packed with seasonal flavors and a delicious twist on traditional stuffing. Combining ground turkey, dried cranberries, and aromatic herbs like sage and thyme, these stuffing balls are both savory and slightly sweet, making them the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your holiday table. Whether served as a side dish or a fun appetizer, these stuffing balls are easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for any festive occasion.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 cups dried bread cubes store-bought or homemade
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Mixture:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the dried bread cubes, dried cranberries, celery, and onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the ground turkey, chicken broth, melted butter, beaten egg, sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Combine and Form Balls:
- Add the turkey mixture to the bread cube mixture and mix until well combined. The mixture should be slightly moist. If it feels too dry, add a little more chicken broth.
- Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake:
- Bake the stuffing balls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
Serve:
- Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or appetizer.
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