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Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

These delightful stuffing balls combine ground turkey with sweet cranberries and savory herbs, making them a perfect addition to any festive meal. Easy to make and packed with holiday flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs regular or panko
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • parchment paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, dried cranberries, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, dried sage, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken broth, beaten eggs, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Mix gently until everything comes together without overmixing.
  4. Shape the mixture into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter (golf ball size), making approximately 20-24 balls.
  5. Place the formed balls on your prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the stuffing balls reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and turn golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

These stuffing balls can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. They also freeze well for up to 3 months either before or after baking. For gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs. Can substitute ground chicken for turkey with similar results.
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