Description
These Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are the perfect bite-sized twist on a classic Thanksgiving favorite. Packed with juicy turkey, tart cranberries, and herby stuffing, they’re crispy on the outside and tender inside—ideal for holiday dinners or leftover turkey.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked turkey, finely chopped
- 2 cups prepared stuffing (homemade or boxed)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup chicken or turkey broth (as needed)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped turkey, stuffing, cranberries, parsley, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
- Add a splash of broth if the mixture feels dry—it should hold together easily when shaped.
- Roll into golf ball-sized portions and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush lightly with melted butter for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce on the side.
Notes
Use Dry-Brined Roast Turkey for rich flavor. Swap dried cranberries with chopped dried cherries for a sweeter touch. Make them mini-sized for appetizers or larger for a main dish. Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes for a crispier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: thanksgiving, turkey leftovers, stuffing balls, cranberry, holiday appetizer