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All that cozy holiday goodness is packed into these turkey and cranberry stuffing balls you can eat with your hands. Got leftover stuffing? Give it new life with juicy turkey, sweet cranberries, and those classic warm herbs. They're fun for parties or sides. Everyone will ask for more of these easy little bites that just taste like the holidays.
Irresistible Holiday Bites
Switch things up this year with these cranberry-filled stuffing nibbles. You can make 'em ahead of time and they still taste great when you warm them up later. Take them to your next potluck or serve at your family get-together. Folks are always wowed by these simple, tasty bites.
What You’ll Need
- Bring the Flavor: Melted butter for that golden crust.
- Hearty Starter: Ground turkey for a filling bite.
- Touch of Sweet: Dried cranberries keep things festive.
- Classic Herbs: Fresh thyme and sage give familiar flavors.
- Moisture Helper: Chicken broth keeps it all juicy.
- Get It to Stick: One egg, beaten, pulls the mix together.
- Tradition: Stuffing mix (about two cups) for that comforting taste.
- Season It: Salt and pepper, just as you like.
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How to Make Those Bites
- Get the Oven Ready
- Preheat to 375°F. You'll want that hot and ready for baking.
- Portion the Balls
- Grab a scoop and roll your mix into rounds so they cook up even.
- Mix It Up
- Pour the broth over your stuffing mix and get everything nice and soft before adding the turkey, cranberries, herbs, and the rest. This makes the stuffing balls super tasty.
Ways to Serve It
Spoon on some cranberry sauce or pour over gravy if you want extra flavor. Stack these bites as party snacks or put them with your main dishes. Toss on a few fresh herbs and more cranberries to make the platter look amazing.
Smart Tricks
If you give the ingredients time to really mix, your stuffing balls stay moist and hold together better. Want a crunch? Try tossing in celery or chopped pecans. Mix everything up the night before — that’ll make your holiday way less hectic.
How to Store
Pop leftovers in a sealed container and they’ll keep for three days, or stash in the freezer for longer. Add a bit of broth when reheating so they don’t dry out. These make awesome meal prep options — they’re still yummy even after a couple of days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
Absolutely! Shape the balls and freeze them before baking. When you're ready to cook, pop them in the oven straight from the freezer, just bake a few extra minutes.
- → When are they fully cooked?
The outside should crisp up and get golden. Inside, the temperature needs to reach 165°F to make sure the turkey's cooked safely.
- → Is leftover turkey okay to use?
Sure, leftover turkey works if chopped finely. Just make sure your mix isn’t too dry to hold together.
- → What’s the best way to serve these?
Serve them straight from the oven with cranberry sauce or some gravy. They’re awesome as snacks or alongside your main meal.
- → Can fresh cranberries be substituted?
Stick to dried ones since fresh cranberries add too much liquid. Plus, the dried ones have a more concentrated flavor.