Description
Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are a festive, bite-sized twist on holiday leftovers. These savory morsels blend tender diced turkey with sweet-tart dried cranberries and seasoned stuffing, then bake to a crisp, golden exterior. Perfect for parties, appetizers, or a cozy holiday dinner, they stay moist inside and pair beautifully with gravy or cranberry sauce. Makes about 20–24 balls—great for grazing tables and make-ahead entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked turkey, finely chopped
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- 4 cups prepared stuffing (leftover or fresh)
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- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or chopped fresh cranberries
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- 2 large eggs, beaten
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- 1/2 cup chicken broth
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- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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- 1/2 tsp onion powder
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- Salt and pepper to taste
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- Optional: melted butter for brushing
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- Parsley for garnish
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Instructions
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- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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- In a large bowl, combine turkey, stuffing, cranberries, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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- Add beaten eggs and chicken broth; mix until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
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- Scoop and roll the mixture into firm balls (about golf-ball size).
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- Place on the baking sheet and brush lightly with melted butter if desired.
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- Bake 20–25 minutes, or until golden and slightly crisp.
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- Garnish with parsley and serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.
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Notes
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- These stuffing balls reheat well and can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
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- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free stuffing.
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- Serve with warm gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.
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- Yield: about 20–24 balls.
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- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls, turkey stuffing bites, leftover turkey recipe, holiday appetizers, crispy stuffing balls, cranberry stuffing bites, Thanksgiving leftovers, savory bites