Description
These Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delicious way to enjoy Thanksgiving leftovers. Made with shredded turkey, flavorful stuffing, and seasonings, these savory bites are perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer.
Ingredients
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Turkey Stuffing Balls:
- 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or finely chopped)
- 4 cups prepared stuffing (boxed or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup chicken or turkey broth
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- cooking spray or olive oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked turkey, stuffing, eggs, broth, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and parsley. Mix until well combined and moist.
- Form Balls: Shape the mixture into golf ball–sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and heated through.
- Serve: Serve warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.
Notes
- Perfect for using Thanksgiving leftovers.
- You can freeze unbaked balls and cook them directly from frozen—just add 5–10 extra minutes to baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
