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Delicious Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls with a crispy exterior.

Delicious Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls: Your Ultimate Holiday Bite

  • Author: New York Recipe
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20 balls 1x

Description

A delicious, festive, and easy Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls recipe: savory shredded turkey and stuffing combined with tart cranberries and Parmesan, fried until golden and crisp. The ultimate holiday appetizer.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 lb cooked turkey, shredded

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped

  • 2 cups prepared stuffing

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Olive oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded turkey, chopped cranberries, prepared stuffing, Parmesan, egg, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  2. Shape and Chill: Form the mixture into 1-inch balls, then refrigerate for 30 minutes to help them firm up.

  3. Fry the Stuffing Balls: Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the stuffing balls until golden brown and heated through, about 4–5 minutes per side.

  4. Serve: Transfer to paper towels to drain and serve warm.

Notes

  • Chilling: Chilling the mixture makes shaping easier.

  • Serving Suggestion: Delicious served with cranberry sauce or gravy.

  • Stuffing: Use cold, prepared stuffing (whether box mix or homemade). This helps the mixture bind better.

  • Make-Ahead: The mixture can be fully prepared and shaped (steps 1–2) and refrigerated up to 2 days ahead of time. Fry just before serving.

  • Alternative Cooking: For a lighter version, bake the stuffing balls at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying, Mixing, Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Entire mixture (before frying)
  • Calories: ~1,550 kcal
  • Sugar: ~8 g
  • Sodium: ~2,150 mg
  • Fat: ~58 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~19 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~36 g
  • Trans Fat: ~0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~88 g
  • Fiber: ~7 g
  • Protein: ~166 g
  • Cholesterol: ~715 mg

Keywords: Turkey Stuffing Balls, Cranberry Appetizer, Holiday Appetizer, Fried Stuffing, Christmas Food, Turkey Appetizer, Easy Party Food, Make-Ahead Appetizer, Thanksgiving Leftovers, Savory Balls

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