CRANBERRY/TURKEY STUFFING BALLS

Here’s a simple, teen-friendly Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls recipe—great as a holiday side or appetizer 🍽️

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Cranberry & Turkey Stuffing Balls

Ingredients

• 2 cups stuffing mix (boxed or homemade, prepared but cooled)

• 1 cup cooked turkey, finely chopped or shredded

• ½ cup dried cranberries

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

• 1 tsp dried sage or thyme

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 egg, beaten (helps bind)

• 2–4 tbsp chicken or vegetable broth (as needed)

• 2 tbsp butter or oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. In a pan, sauté onion in butter or oil over medium heat until soft. Add garlic if using; cook 30 seconds more.

3. In a large bowl, combine stuffing, turkey, cranberries, herbs, pepper, and sautéed onion.

4. Add the egg and mix well. Add broth a little at a time until the mixture holds together but isn’t wet.

5. Roll into golf-ball-sized balls and place on the tray.

6. Bake 20–25 minutes, turning once, until golden and heated through.

Optional Add-Ins

• Chopped parsley or green onions

• A handful of breadcrumbs for extra crispiness

• A little grated cheese for richness

Serving Ideas

• Serve with gravy, cranberry sauce, or a mild yogurt-based dip

• Great as a side dish or party appetizer

If you want, I can also help you:

• Make these vegetarian

• Adapt them for an air fryer

• Scale the recipe for a party or school event