Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls
Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls are seasoned stuffing rolled into bite-sized portions, baked until golden and crispy, perfect for your holiday feast!
Equipment
- baking sheet
- large skillet
- large bowl
Ingredients
Bread Base
- 1 loaf day-old bread about 14 oz, cut into small cubes (about 8 cups)
- 1 stick unsalted butter ½ cup
Vegetables
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Seasoning
- 2 teaspoon poultry seasoning or 1 teaspoon sage + 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
Binding
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1.5 cups chicken or turkey broth add more if needed
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet.
- Toast in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10–12 minutes until dry but not browned. Set aside.
Cooking Vegetables
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add onion, celery, and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant (about 6–8 minutes).
Mixing Stuffing
- In a large bowl, combine toasted bread, cooked vegetables, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, parsley, and Parmesan (if using).
- Stir in eggs.
- Slowly pour in broth, mixing until the bread is moist and holds together when pressed (not soggy).
Shaping the Balls
- With damp hands, form the mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball.
- Place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and crisp on the outside.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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