Savory Stuffing Balls Appetizer
Transform your holiday table with these irresistible Savory Stuffing Balls Appetizers! Perfectly portioned and packed with the comforting flavors of classic stuffing, these bite-sized delights combine toasted bread cubes, sautéed onion, celery, garlic, and a medley of herbs like sage, thyme, and rosemary. Bound together with a touch of broth and eggs, then baked to golden perfection, these crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside stuffing balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, they serve as a hassle-free, handheld twist on traditional stuffing. Serve them warm for a deliciously satisfying bite your guests will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups dry bread cubes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 large celery stalks, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.25 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 units large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or nonstick cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper.
Place the dry bread cubes in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and celery, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour the cooked vegetable mixture over the bread cubes. Add the chopped parsley, dried sage, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and ground black pepper. Toss to combine evenly.
Slowly pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the bread mixture while gently stirring. The bread should soften slightly but not become overly mushy.
In a small bowl, whisk the large eggs, then pour them over the stuffing mixture. Mix gently until everything is well combined, and the mixture holds together when pressed.
Using your hands or a scoop, form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls (about 1.5 inches in diameter). You should have around 12 stuffing balls.
Arrange the stuffing balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each ball.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside your favorite holiday dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.4 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 6526 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.0 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 67.7 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 642 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2063 mg | 44% | |
*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.
