Great Balls of Stuffing
Transform your holiday table or weeknight dinner with "Great Balls of Stuffing," a creative twist on the classic stuffing dish! These bite-sized, golden-brown stuffing balls are made with cubed white bread, sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, perfectly seasoned with sage, thyme, and fresh parsley for a harmonious balance of savory flavors. Bound together with a hint of broth and a touch of beaten egg, they’re oven-baked to crisp perfection, making them a deliciously portable and versatile side dish or appetizer. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or casual parties, these stuffing balls are easy to prepare in under 45 minutes and can be served as a crowd-pleasing finger food or alongside roasted poultry. Searching for a fun and flavorful stuffing recipe? "Great Balls of Stuffing" has you covered for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups white sandwich bread, cubed
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 egg large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, sautéed vegetables, chicken or vegetable broth, dried sage, dried thyme, fresh parsley, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the bread absorbs the liquid and the mixture becomes cohesive.
Using your hands or a spoon, form the stuffing mixture into evenly sized balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.
Lightly drizzle olive oil over the stuffing balls or spray them with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
Remove the stuffing balls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them as a side dish, party appetizer, or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.7 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 9629 mg | 419% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 632.4 g | 230% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.2 g | ||
| Protein | 113.2 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1487 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 35.6 mg | 198% | |
| Potassium | 2700 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
