Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls: Irresistibly Festive Bites

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are delightful bite-sized treats that offer a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 12 stuffing balls

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 90

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Stuffing Balls

1 pound Ground Turkey or ground chicken/plant-based meat
1 cup Fresh Cranberries or dried cranberries for sweetness
1 cup Breadcrumbs or gluten-free bread/quinoa
1 medium Onion finely chopped
1 cup Celery finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic minced
1 teaspoon Sage dried
1 teaspoon Thyme dried
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
2 Eggs or flaxseed meal with water for vegan
1/2 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons Olive Oil drizzle

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
baking sheet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased baking sheet.
Combine stuffing mix, fresh cranberries, and seasonings in a large mixing bowl.
Add cooked ground turkey and mix thoroughly until uniform.
Wet your hands and roll the mixture into balls, approximately 1 to 1½ inches in diameter.
Place formed balls on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the stuffing balls cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffing ballCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with seasonal herbs or veggies for flavor enhancements.

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