Description
Cranberry and turkey stuffing balls make a perfect appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 cups dried bread cubes
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, dried cranberries, celery, and onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the ground turkey, chicken broth, melted butter, beaten egg, sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the turkey mixture to the bread mixture and gently combine until evenly mixed.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (74°C).
- Serve warm. Garnish with fresh parsley or rosemary if desired.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls, Thanksgiving Appetizer, Healthy Snack