Description
These Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful and savory holiday side dish or appetizer, combining seasoned ground turkey, dried bread cubes, dried cranberries, and aromatic herbs. Baked to golden perfection, they offer a moist, flavorful bite that’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Stuffing Mixture
- 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 to create the base of your stuffing balls.
- Mix Turkey and Seasonings: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix ground turkey with chicken broth, melted butter, beaten egg, dried sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and Form Balls: Add the turkey mixture to the bread cube mixture. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and slightly moist. If the mixture feels too dry, gradually add more chicken broth. Shape into 1 1/2-inch balls and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the stuffing balls for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm as a festive side dish or appetizer that complements your holiday meal beautifully.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs if available to enhance the flavor.
- Adjust chicken broth quantity as needed to achieve the right moisture consistency.
- These stuffing balls can be made ahead and reheated in the oven for convenience.
- Serve with cranberry sauce or gravy for extra flavor.
- Ensure turkey is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Turkey stuffing balls, cranberry stuffing, holiday side dish, baked stuffing balls, Thanksgiving appetizer, festive stuffing, ground turkey recipes
