Description
| These Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a festive blend of savory ground turkey, tart cranberries, and herbed stuffing. Perfect as a Thanksgiving appetizer or holiday side dish — flavorful, bite-sized, and easy to make ahead! |
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Ingredients
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1 lb ground turkey
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2 cups stuffing mix or breadcrumbs
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1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
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1 onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp parsley, chopped
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1 tsp dried sage
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1 egg, beaten
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray.
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In a bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing mix, onion, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
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Fold in cranberries and beaten egg until evenly mixed.
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Shape mixture into small balls (about 1½ inches) and place on the tray.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.
Notes
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Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs for a GF version.
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Use dried cranberries for a sweeter flavor or fresh for tartness.
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Can be air-fried at 375°F for 12–15 minutes for extra crispiness.
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Perfect make-ahead dish — refrigerate mixture up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
Nutrition
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg