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Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls Recipe

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These Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delicious and savory treat, perfect for serving as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Ground turkey, dried cranberries, and classic stuffing ingredients are combined into perfect bite-sized balls, then baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 4 cups dried bread cubes
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup minced onion
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (plus extra if needed)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried bread cubes, dried cranberries, celery, and onion. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, melted butter, beaten egg, ground turkey, sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gently mix the wet ingredients into the bread mixture until just combined. If the mixture feels too dry, add more chicken broth, one tablespoon at a time.
    • Tip: Be gentle when mixing to avoid breaking the bread cubes too much, as this helps maintain a light texture.
  • Form the Stuffing Balls: Scoop about 1 to 1 1/8-inch portions of the mixture using a cookie scoop or your hands. Roll into balls and place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    • Tip: Using a cookie scoop ensures uniform size for even cooking.
  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (74°C).
    • Tip: Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for perfect doneness.
  • Serve: Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley, if desired.

Notes

  • These stuffing balls can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving.
  • Adjust the amount of chicken broth based on the dryness of your bread cubes.

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