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Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

Delicious Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls for Your Holiday Table

Enjoy these Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls, a healthier take on traditional stuffing, perfect for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 stuffing balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Feel free to substitute with ground chicken or plant-based meat
  • 1 cup Cranberries Use fresh for a tangy kick or dried, chopped
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions are perfect
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Regular, whole wheat, or gluten-free
  • 1 large Eggs Substitute with a flaxseed mixture for vegan
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Adjust based on your preference
  • 1 teaspoon Sage Adjust based on your preference

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté finely chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, cranberries, breadcrumbs, sautéed onion, eggs, and herbs. Mix gently.
  4. Form the mixture into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffing ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 14gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These stuffing balls can be prepped in advance and are ideal as an appetizer or main dish. They can also be stored in the fridge or freezer.

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