Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Turkey Stuffing Balls—perfect as a side dish for holiday meals or a cozy dinner:
🦃 Turkey Stuffing Balls
Ingredients (makes ~12 balls)
- 2 cups leftover cooked turkey, finely chopped
- 2 cups stuffing (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
- Cooking spray or a little oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine turkey, stuffing, cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, and pepper
- Mix until ingredients stick together
- Form Balls
- Roll mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place on the baking sheet
- Optional: lightly brush with oil or spray cooking spray
- Bake
- 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and firm
- Turn halfway through for even baking
- Serve
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm
- Can be paired with cranberry sauce or gravy
💡 Tips
- For extra crunch, roll balls in panko breadcrumbs before baking
- Can be made ahead and frozen before baking
- Substitute turkey with chicken for a different twist
If you want, I can make a “Stuffing Balls Flavor Variations” list with 5-6 unique combinations like cranberry, sausage, or herb blends—perfect for parties or holiday feasts.
Do you want me to do that?
