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Bite into cozy, holiday-season flavors with these turkey cranberry stuffing balls. With each mouthful, you'll taste a cheerful mix that's awesome as a party snack or side. Taking usual stuffing and shaping it into easy-to-serve bites, ground turkey, dried cranberries, and fresh herbs come together for a fun twist that'll be a crowd fave all season long.
Irresistible Holiday Bites
This fun spin on cranberry stuffing always gets your guests talking. These sweet and savory little balls are great for prepping ahead and they still taste great when you warm them back up. Bring them along to share or put them out at gatherings—you'll have people asking for more.
Grocery List
- Golden Finish: Some melted butter goes a long way for that shiny outside.
- Just Right: Add salt and pepper however you like it.
- Herby Goodness: Chop up some fresh thyme and sage for tasty flavor.
- Egg Power: One egg, beaten, helps hold your mix together.
- Moist Maker: A splash (1/4 cup) of chicken broth keeps things soft.
- Sweet Bite: Toss in a handful of dried cranberries for pop and color.
- Classic Foundation: Stuffing mix (2 cups) brings the comfort food vibe.
- Main Star: Ground turkey gives you a solid base.
How To Make Holiday Bites
- Bake To Perfection
- Tuck them into the oven at 375°F for twenty-five minutes or so, until they're nicely browned and hit 165°F inside.
- Shape Evenly
- Use a cookie scoop to keep all your balls the same size, so everything cooks evenly.
- Mix First
- Pour broth over the stuffing mix and stir until everything's just moist. You'll want it soft but not soggy before bringing in the rest of your ingredients.
Serving Ideas
Spoon on some cranberry sauce or drizzle with a bit of gravy for bonus flavor. They're tasty as finger foods, but you can also add them to your main spread. Pile them on a pretty serving board with more cranberries and some fresh herbs for a wow factor.
Top Tricks
Mix until everything comes together—don't rush, it makes the texture way better. Stir in some diced pecans or celery if you want crunch. You can totally prep the whole mixture the day before, so there's less to do later.
Leftover Tips
Save extras in a sealed container in your fridge up to three days, or freeze for later. If you're warming them up, splash on a little broth so they don't dry out. These bites are awesome for meal prep—they're just as tasty even after a few days.
Recipe Q&A
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
Totally. Just shape the balls, then freeze. Bake them straight from the freezer, but give them a little more time in the oven.
- → How do I know when they're done?
They're good to go when they're nice and browned outside and the inside gets up to 165°F. That means the turkey's safe.
- → Can I use leftover turkey?
Sure, chop up your cooked turkey really fine and use that. Make sure to keep everything moist enough so it sticks together.
- → What's the best way to serve them?
Try them warm with gravy or a little cranberry sauce. They're nice as party bites or next to a main meal.
- → Can I use fresh cranberries?
Go for dried ones. Fresh cranberries can get too juicy and mess up the mix. Dried ones just taste better in these balls.