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Golden baked cranberry turkey stuffing balls served with cranberry sauce

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls


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  • Author: Myla
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 20 stuffing balls 1x

Description

Savory Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls made with leftover turkey, classic stuffing, and cranberries. A festive holiday appetizer or side dish baked to golden perfection.


Ingredients

Scale

3 cups prepared stuffing (leftover or fresh)

2 cups cooked turkey, shredded

1/2 cup dried cranberries (or fresh chopped cranberries)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon dried sage (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Cooking spray or olive oil, for greasing


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a baking sheet.

2. In a bowl, combine stuffing, turkey, cranberries, Parmesan, parsley, sage, salt, and pepper.

3. Mix in beaten eggs until mixture holds together.

4. Shape into 1 ½-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.

5. Lightly spray or brush with olive oil.

6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and heated through.

7. Serve warm with cranberry sauce, gravy, or dipping sauce.

Notes

Make Ahead: Form the balls, refrigerate overnight, and bake before serving.

Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free stuffing mix.

Air Fryer Option: Cook at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway.

Freezer-Friendly: Bake, freeze, and reheat directly from frozen.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 stuffing balls
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 260mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg