Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls – Irresistible Holiday Bite-Sized Delights

Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls – Delicious Holiday Side, delivering a flavor burst in every bite. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 10 balls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 110

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups bread crumbs gluten-free optional
1 cup cooked cranberries substitute with dried cranberries or chopped apples if desired
1 tbsp sage thyme or rosemary can also be substituted
1 medium onion finely chopped, can be omitted
2 cloves garlic minced, garlic powder can be used if fresh is unavailable

For Binding

1 cup vegetable broth chicken broth for non-vegetarian option
4 tbsp melted butter olive oil as a dairy-free alternative

For Seasoning

1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

mixing bowl
baking sheet
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, cooked cranberries, sage, onion, and garlic.
In another bowl, whisk together vegetable broth and melted butter until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until cohesive and moist.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Shape mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place on the baking sheet.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown, turning halfway through.
Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These stuffing balls can be made ahead of time and frozen for later use.

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