Here’s a delicious, crispy turkey stuffing balls recipe—perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or holiday leftover favorite. 🦃✨
Turkey Stuffing Balls
Ingredients (Makes about 20 balls)
- 2 cups stuffing mix (or dried bread cubes)
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup turkey or chicken broth
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- ½ tsp sage (optional but classic)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Prep the Stuffing
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt butter in a skillet; sauté onion and celery until soft (5–7 minutes).
2. Mix
- In a large bowl, combine stuffing mix, sautéed vegetables, seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in warm broth and mix gently.
- Add beaten egg and parsley; stir until just combined.
3. Shape
- Roll mixture into golf-ball–sized balls.
- Place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning once, until golden and crispy on the outside.
Optional Variations
- Cheesy: Add ½ cup grated Parmesan or cheddar.
- Sausage stuffing balls: Mix in cooked crumbled sausage.
- Air fryer: 370°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Cranberry twist: Add ¼ cup dried cranberries for a sweet-savory bite.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.
- Great as holiday appetizers or with roast turkey/chicken dinners.
💡 Pro Tip:
These freeze beautifully—bake, cool, freeze, then reheat at 350°F for 10 minutes.
If you’d like, I can also give you a quick 5-ingredient version or a gluten-free option.
