Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls
Delight your taste buds this holiday season with Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls. These savory bites blend ground turkey with sweet cranberries and aromatic herbs, creating a flavor explosion that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to complement any main dish, these stuffing balls are sure to become a favorite on your holiday table. Not only do they offer a lighter alternative to traditional stuffing, but they can also be made ahead of time, ensuring your festive feast is stress-free and delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, dried cranberries, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, dried sage, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken broth, beaten eggs, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into uniform balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot as a side dish or festive appetizer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffing balls (90g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg