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Cranberry and Turkey Stuffing Balls

Cranberry and Turkey Stuffing Balls for Festive Gatherings

Delicious Cranberry and Turkey Stuffing Balls combine sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Stuffing Balls
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken for a lighter option.
  • 4 cups Dried Bread Cubes Use gluten-free bread for a GF version.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Fresh cranberries can be used if broth is adjusted.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Celery Can substitute with chopped bell peppers.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Onion Substitute with shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Can use olive oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 Large Egg (beaten) Use a flax egg as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tsp Dried Sage Substitute with poultry seasoning or thyme.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used, adjust quantity as necessary.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Use fresh minced garlic for a stronger taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried bread cubes, chopped dried cranberries, finely chopped celery, and onion.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend the ground turkey, chicken broth, melted butter, beaten egg, dried sage, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Carefully combine the turkey mixture with the bread cube mixture using your hands to mix gently.
  5. Form the mixture into balls about 1 ½ inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes before forming balls to enhance flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze them for longer storage, up to two months.

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