Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are sweet, savory, and perfectly bite-sized — made with lean ground turkey, dried cranberries, stuffing mix, and holiday herbs. A 40-minute holiday appetizer or side everyone will love!
Ingredients
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 cups stuffing mix (gluten-free if needed)
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup butter, melted (optional for extra flavor)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing mix, cranberries, chicken broth, egg, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Mix until well combined, but do not overmix.
4. Roll mixture into 16 golf ball-sized portions and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Brush each ball with melted butter if desired for extra crispiness.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and outsides are golden brown.
7. Let cool slightly, then serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.
Notes
– Add chopped onions or celery to the mix for extra flavor.
– Use a gluten-free stuffing mix to keep the recipe GF-friendly.
– Make ahead and freeze before baking for easy prep.
– Swap dried cranberries for chopped dried cherries or golden raisins.
– Use a cookie scoop for even portions and faster rolling.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American