Description

These Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delicious and creative way to enjoy leftover turkey and stuffing. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they’re perfect as an appetizer or a comforting snack. Baked to golden perfection, these flavorful balls pair wonderfully with gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

Primary 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

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the stuffing balls evenly.
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. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated into a consistent mixture.
Shape into Balls: Take portions of the mixture and form them into 1-inch balls, ensuring they hold together well. Arrange these balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the balls for 15-20 minutes. Bake until they turn golden brown on the outside, indicating they are cooked through and crispy.
Serve: Remove the baked stuffing balls from the oven and serve them warm. They are delicious accompanied by gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping, enhancing their savory flavor.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can lightly brush the balls with melted butter before baking.
These stuffing balls can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; just bake them fresh before serving.
Use leftover turkey for an economical and flavorful dish.
If you prefer, substitute Parmesan with another hard cheese like Pecorino Romano for a different twist.
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free stuffing and bread crumbs.