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Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

Delicious Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls for Stress-Free Holidays

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a festive and easy appetizer that combines ground turkey with cranberries and herbs for a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey or ground chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Cranberries chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Herbs (Sage, Thyme) minced
For the Binder
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or gluten-free alternative
  • 1 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped cranberries, minced herbs, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully integrated but avoid overmixing.
  3. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, and check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Cool slightly for about 5 minutes before serving warm as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These stuffing balls can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer for easy meal prep. Adjust salt and pepper to taste for added flavor.

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