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Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls That Steal the Show

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a must-have festive appetizer that delights with tender turkey and tart cranberries, sure to impress your guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey or shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries or dried cranberries
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs/quinoa
  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped) or shallots
  • 1 cup Celery (finely chopped) or bell peppers
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sage (dried) or fresh sage
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme (dried) or fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for greasing
For Serving
  • 1 cup Gravy or Cranberry Sauce for dipping

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, fresh cranberries, onion, celery, garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add ground turkey to the bowl and mix thoroughly. If dry, drizzle in chicken broth until the mixture is moist.
  4. Scoop out about 1 to 1½ inches of the mixture and roll into balls. Place them on the greased baking sheet about an inch apart.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. They should be firm on the outside and tender inside.
  6. Let the balls cool for a few minutes before serving, alongside gravy or cranberry sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make ahead by preparing a day in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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