Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls: Crispy Bites of Holiday Joy

Enjoy Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls, crispy and tender bites that elevate holiday stuffing into a customizable delight.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 10 balls

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

14 oz day-old bread cut into small cubes
4 tbsp unsalted butter for richness and crispy exterior

For the Vegetables

1 onion finely chopped
1 celery finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced

For Seasoning

2 tsp poultry seasoning or 1 tsp each of sage and thyme
to taste salt
to taste black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

For Binding & Moisture

2 large eggs beaten
1.5 cups chicken or turkey broth add more as needed

Optional Flavor Enhancers

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
Baking sheet
Large bowl

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and toast the day-old bread cubes for 10–12 minutes.
Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet. Add onion, celery, and garlic; sauté for 6–8 minutes.
Combine toasted bread, sautéed veggies, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, parsley, eggs, and broth in a bowl.
Shape mixture into golf ball-sized balls with damp hands and place on a baking sheet.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden-brown.
Let cool slightly before serving, best enjoyed warm with gravy or cranberry sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make ahead by assembling a day in advance; they can be refrigerated. To store, place in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for later use.

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