Here’s a simple, tasty recipe for turkey and stuffing balls — perfect for holidays, leftovers, or an easy appetizer.
Turkey and Stuffing Balls
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, finely chopped or shredded
- 1½ cups prepared stuffing (cooled)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk or turkey stock
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional herbs: parsley, sage, or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven
- Heat oven to 190°C / 375°F.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Sauté aromatics (optional but recommended)
- In a small pan, heat butter or oil.
- Cook onion (and garlic) until soft. Let cool slightly.
- Mix ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine turkey, stuffing, cooked onion, egg, milk/stock, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until everything holds together.
- Form balls
- Roll mixture into golf-ball-sized balls and place on tray.
- Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning once, until golden and heated through.
Optional Finishing Ideas
- Brush with melted butter for extra crispness
- Serve with gravy, cranberry sauce, or mustard dip
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving
Tips
- If the mixture feels dry, add a little more stock or milk.
- If too soft, add a spoon of breadcrumbs or extra stuffing.
- These freeze well — bake, cool, and freeze for up to 2 months.
If you want, I can also share an air-fryer version, a cheesy turkey stuffing ball, or a leftover-friendly 5-ingredient version.
