cranberry turkey stuffing balls
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful combination of savory turkey, sweet cranberries, and aromatic herbs, perfect for holiday gatherings or as a tasty meal prep option.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spoon or cookie scoop
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg beaten
- ¼ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped cranberries, bread crumbs, chopped onion, chopped celery, minced garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Add the beaten egg and chicken broth to the mixture. Stir until everything is cohesively mixed.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form the mixture into balls, approximately 2 inches in diameter. Place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
These stuffing balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
You can freeze the raw stuffing balls and bake them directly from the freezer, just add an extra 5-10 minutes to the cooking time.
Serve with gravy or cranberry sauce for added flavor. Enjoy!