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A delicious plate of Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

These tasty cranberry turkey stuffing balls are a perfect appetizer or side dish for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Stuffing Balls
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cups stuffing mix gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup butter melted, optional for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing mix, cranberries, chicken broth, egg, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until well combined, but do not overmix.
  4. Roll mixture into 16 golf ball-sized portions and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Brush each ball with melted butter if desired for extra crispiness.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and outsides are golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly, then serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.

Notes

These stuffing balls are a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer or a side. They hold up well for potlucks and can be made ahead of time and reheated just before serving. Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or add-ins.