Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful combination of succulent turkey, tart cranberries, and savory herbs, all enveloped in a perfectly crisp crust. Perfect for holiday feasts or cozy family dinners, these bite-sized treats promise to elevate your dining experience. With their rich flavors and appealing presentation, they are sure to impress both guests and family alike. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this recipe is a must-have for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (chopped)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp thyme (dried or fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, cranberries, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined using your hands for best results.
- Form the mixture into golf-ball-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with chicken broth or gravy drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffing balls (90g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg