Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls (Printer-Friendly Version)

Savory turkey, cranberries, and stuffing come together in golden, crisp bites—perfect for holiday gatherings.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Stuffing Mixture

01 - 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded or finely chopped
02 - 4 cups prepared stuffing
03 - 1 cup dried cranberries or freshly chopped, lightly sweetened cranberries
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 0.5 cup chicken or turkey broth
06 - 1 medium onion, finely diced
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - Salt to taste
12 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ To Serve

13 - Homemade turkey gravy
14 - Cranberry sauce

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together shredded turkey, prepared stuffing, and cranberries until evenly distributed.
03 - Incorporate finely diced onion, melted butter, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan. Add eggs and gradually pour in broth, mixing until the mixture holds together when pressed. Adjust broth if needed.
04 - With an ice cream scoop or tablespoon, portion out the mixture and roll into balls approximately 4 cm in diameter. Arrange on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake in preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until stuffing balls are golden brown and heated through. For optimal crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
06 - Serve warm with turkey gravy and cranberry sauce on the side.

# Handy Cooking Tips:

01 - If mixture is too wet, incorporate breadcrumbs until desired texture is reached; if too dry, add more broth gradually.
02 - Shape balls in advance, refrigerate, and bake just prior to serving for maximum freshness.
03 - For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free stuffing or bread cubes.
04 - To increase holiday aroma, add chopped fresh parsley, thyme, or sage.
05 - Leftover cooked turkey and stuffing work excellently and reduce preparation time.
06 - Air fryer option: Cook at 190°C for 12–15 minutes for extra crispiness.

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