Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are the perfect blend of savory turkey and sweet cranberries, creating delightful bites that will elevate any holiday gathering or cozy dinner. These golden-brown morsels are easy to make and packed with flavor, making them an irresistible choice for festive occasions. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces, and watch them disappear quickly as your guests come back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 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, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until the onion is translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, sautéed onions and garlic, bread crumbs, cranberries, thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 stuffing balls (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for better texture in the stuffing balls. For added crunch, consider mixing in chopped nuts or swapping cranberries for raisins. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.