Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls
These Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls combine juicy ground turkey, tangy cranberries, and herby stuffing into bite-sized delights. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they’re perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even a fun holiday main. Serve them with gravy or cranberry sauce for the ultimate festive flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 18 stuffing balls
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Stuffing Balls:
- 1 lb (450g) ground turkey
- 2 cups prepared stuffing (homemade or boxed)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (or fresh chopped cranberries)
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 tsp dried sage (or poultry seasoning)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional for Serving:
- Turkey gravy
- Cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing, cranberries, onion, celery, egg, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined (don’t overwork the meat).
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture and roll into balls. Place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Great for using holiday leftovers (turkey + stuffing!).
- Make ahead and freeze raw balls on a tray, then bake straight from frozen (add ~5 extra minutes).
- Swap dried cranberries for chopped apples or chestnuts for a different twist.
- For extra crispiness, brush lightly with melted butter or olive oil before baking.
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