Description
These Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delightful way to use leftover turkey and stuffing. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they combine mashed potatoes, flavorful stuffing, shredded turkey, and Parmesan cheese into bite-sized balls baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, they pair wonderfully with gravy or cranberry sauce.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 2 cups stuffing
- 1 cup shredded turkey
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready to bake the stuffing balls evenly and achieve a nice golden crust.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the mashed potatoes, stuffing, shredded turkey, grated Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well-incorporated and holds together.
- Shape into Balls: Using your hands or a spoon, form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Bake: Bake the stuffing balls in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and firm to the touch, indicating they are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. These turkey stuffing balls are delicious with gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping, enhancing their flavor and making for a perfect festive treat.
Notes
- Ensure the mixture is not too wet; if it is, add a little more bread crumbs to help the balls hold their shape.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the balls for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- These balls can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- Customize by adding herbs such as sage or thyme to enhance the stuffing flavor.
- Use gluten-free bread crumbs if you want a gluten-free version.
