Description
These Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delicious, bite-sized twist on classic holiday flavors. Combining mashed potatoes, stuffing, shredded turkey, and Parmesan cheese, these balls are baked to golden perfection and make a perfect appetizer or side dish for any festive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to prepare for baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, stuffing, shredded turkey, grated Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape Balls: Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls, ensuring they hold together well.
- Arrange for Baking: Arrange the formed turkey stuffing balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the balls are golden brown on the outside and heated through.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve the turkey stuffing balls hot. They pair wonderfully with gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure the mashed potatoes are smooth and preferably cooled to make mixing easier.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add a little more bread crumbs to help bind the balls.
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the balls with cooking oil before baking.
- These can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
