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Turkey stuffing Balls

Crispy Turkey Stuffing Balls: The Best Holiday Leftover Treat

Delicious Turkey Stuffing Balls blend turkey and stuffing, perfect for holiday leftovers.
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Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: American
Keyword: entertaining, holiday leftovers, snacks, Thanksgiving, Turkey stuffing Balls
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Nonstick pan

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes Can use leftover sweet potatoes
  • 2 cups Stuffing Must be moist, add broth if dry
  • 1 cup Shredded Turkey Can substitute with shredded chicken

For the Coating

  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For a crispy coating
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Butter/Oil For frying, can use olive or coconut oil

For Serving

  • 1 cup Gravy For drizzling

Instructions

Preparation

  • Gather all ingredients and let them come to room temperature.
  • Warm mashed potatoes in the microwave if cold.
  • Moisten stuffing with broth if dry.

Mixing and Forming

  • Mix mashed potatoes, stuffing, and turkey in a bowl.
  • Season with black pepper and form into 12 golf ball-sized portions.

Cooking

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  • For frying, roll in panko and fry in butter/oil until golden brown.

Serving

  • Drizzle gravy over the balls and serve warm.

Notes

Chill mixture if not cooking immediately. Add broth or melted butter if mixture feels dry. Use panko breadcrumbs for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ball | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg