Wee Cranberry Stuffing Balls
Add a touch of festive charm to your table with these delightful Wee Cranberry Stuffing Balls! Perfectly bite-sized and bursting with flavor, these golden-baked morsels combine the savory goodness of sautéed onion, celery, and poultry seasoning with the subtle sweetness of dried cranberries. Moist yet crisp on the outside, they're held together with breadcrumbs, a splash of chicken or vegetable stock, and a hint of fresh parsley. Ready in just under 45 minutes and perfect for holiday feasts or everyday dinners, these little stuffing balls are as versatile as they are delicious. Serve as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a unique side dish, or even a fun finger food for gatherings. Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and seasonal magic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 pieces Celery stalks, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Dried cranberries, roughly chopped
- 3 cups Dry breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Poultry seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1.5 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg, lightly beaten
- (for greasing) Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped dried cranberries, breadcrumbs, poultry seasoning, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually add the chicken or vegetable stock to the mixture, stirring until the breadcrumbs are evenly moistened but not soggy.
Let the mixture cool slightly, then mix in the lightly beaten egg until fully incorporated.
Using clean hands, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture at a time and roll it into small balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these flavorsome bites as a side dish or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.1 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 4938 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 425.6 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.3 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.9 g | ||
| Protein | 63.1 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 952 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 2392 mg | 51% | |
*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.
