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A close-up of golden-brown stuffing balls with visible chunks of dried cranberries and herbs, arranged on a white plate with a fresh sprig of thyme, garnished with cranberry sauce and parsley, on a rustic wooden table.

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

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These cranberry turkey stuffing balls are a savory, festive appetizer combining ground turkey, seasoned bread stuffing, and sweet cranberries, baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 20 balls

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 3 cups prepared stuffing
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon sage
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 beaten egg
  • Optional: cranberry sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing, dried cranberries, sage, thyme, salt, pepper, and beaten egg.
  3. Mix until well blended.
  4. Form mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve warm with cranberry sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped onions or celery to the mixture before forming balls.
  • Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Holiday, Party

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 balls
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg