Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are savory, bite-sized delights that beautifully blend ground turkey and tart cranberries. These golden-brown morsels are perfect for holiday gatherings, family dinners, or as an appetizer at any celebration. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor. Easy to prepare and versatile, these stuffing balls will quickly become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 (24 stuffing balls) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, dried cranberries, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined without overmixing.
- Roll about two tablespoons of the mixture into balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter).
- Arrange the formed balls on the prepared baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffing balls (60g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg