Ingredients
Stuffing Mix
- 2 cups bread crumbs
- 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded
- ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
- ½ cup onion, finely diced
- ½ cup celery, diced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, shredded cooked turkey, chopped dried cranberries, finely diced onion, diced celery, and fresh chopped parsley to build the base of your stuffing balls.
- Add Seasonings and Binder: Stir in the dried thyme, salt, black pepper, chicken broth, and the large egg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and an even mixture forms.
- Form Balls: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture at a time and roll into balls with your hands. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the cranberry turkey stuffing balls warm along with gravy or cranberry sauce to enhance their festive flavor.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can shape the stuffing balls and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours or freeze them raw. When ready to bake, add an extra 5–7 minutes to the baking time for frozen balls.
- Substitutions: For a gluten-free option, substitute bread crumbs with almond flour. For a stuffed variation, try adding Brie cheese inside each ball.
- Leftovers: Leftover stuffing balls are delicious reheated and served in sliders, wraps, or sliced on top of salads for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
