Description
These Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are everything you love about holiday meals, rolled into a single delicious bite! Juicy ground turkey meets savory stuffing, sweet cranberries, and warm herbs, all baked to golden perfection and drizzled with gravy. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, easy holiday appetizers, or festive meal prep options, this easy recipe is a guaranteed hit. Perfect as a party snack, hearty side, or a main course, they bring comforting, wholesome flavor to every bite. If you’re on the hunt for crowd-pleasing food ideas or cozy dinner ideas, give these stuffing balls a try.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
2 cups prepared stuffing
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp dried sage
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
Olive oil or melted butter for brushing
Fresh parsley, chopped
Gravy, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing, cranberries, celery, onion, Parmesan, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
3. Add the beaten egg and chicken broth. Stir to combine. If mixture feels dry, add more broth a tablespoon at a time. Let rest for 5 minutes.
4. Scoop into golf ball-sized portions using a cookie scoop or hands. Place in muffin tin or on sheet pan.
5. Brush with olive oil or butter. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Optional: Broil for last 2 minutes for extra crispiness.
7. Let cool slightly before removing.
8. Drizzle with gravy and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
You can swap in leftover stuffing or cooked shredded turkey for a shortcut.
Chilling the mixture before scooping makes it easier to handle.
Broiling for 1–2 minutes at the end gives a crispy, golden crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffing ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: easy recipe, turkey stuffing balls, Thanksgiving appetizer, healthy snack, holiday dinner, quick dinner