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Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls Recipe

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls Recipe
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These Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delicious and festive twist on traditional stuffing. Packed with shredded turkey, dried cranberries, and flavorful herbs, they make a perfect appetizer or side dish for holiday meals. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with tangy cranberry sauce, they bring a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
  • 3 cups prepared stuffing
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (or turkey broth)
  • 1/4 cup peas (optional)
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For Serving

  • Cranberry sauce (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the stuffing balls to golden perfection.
  2. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked turkey, prepared stuffing, dried cranberries, peas if using, beaten egg, and chicken broth. Mix everything well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture holds together easily.
  3. Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized portions, firm enough to hold their shape, and place them spaced out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. The stuffing balls should be golden brown on the outside and heated through in the center.
  5. Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the hot stuffing balls and serve them with cranberry sauce on the side for a sweet and tangy dipping experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute turkey broth with chicken broth if turkey broth is unavailable.
  • Peas are optional but add a nice pop of color and subtle sweetness.
  • These balls can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; add a few extra minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute turkey with cooked mushrooms or plant-based turkey alternatives and use vegetarian stuffing.
  • Leftover stuffing balls can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.

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