Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls
A delicious combination of ground turkey, savory herbs, and sweet dried cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners.
Servings: 16 pieces
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups stuffing mix Use gluten-free if needed.
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 1 beaten egg
- 0.5 tsp dried sage
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper To taste.
- 0.25 cup melted butter Optional, for brushing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, stuffing mix, dried cranberries, chicken broth, beaten egg, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 16 golf ball-sized portions and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- If desired, brush the balls with melted butter for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the stuffing balls rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
These stuffing balls can be served warm at parties, and pair wonderfully with gravy or cranberry sauce. For a beautiful presentation, garnish with chopped parsley or fresh herbs. You can also make these ahead of time and freeze them for easy meals.