Turkey Stuffing Balls with Gravy Recipe
These Turkey Stuffing Balls are a delicious and creative way to use leftover Thanksgiving ingredients. Combining mashed potatoes, stuffing, and shredded turkey, they form crispy, golden balls that can be baked or pan-fried and served hot with gravy. Perfect as hearty appetizers or side dishes, they bring warm comfort and savory flavor to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 cups stuffing
- 1½ cups shredded turkey
- Black pepper to taste
For Cooking and Serving
- Gravy for serving
- Panko breadcrumbs (optional, for pan-frying)
- Butter or oil for frying (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Bring all ingredients to room temperature to ensure even mixing and cooking. If the mashed potatoes are cold, warm them slightly to soften. If the stuffing is dry, moisten it with broth to achieve the right consistency.
- Mix & Form: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes and stuffing thoroughly. Fold in the shredded turkey gently to maintain texture. Season the mixture with black pepper to taste. Then, form the mixture into 12 golf ball-sized portions, ensuring they are compact enough to hold together during cooking.
- Choose Your Method: For baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the balls on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until they are hot throughout and the outside is slightly crispy. For pan-frying, roll the balls in panko breadcrumbs to add crunch, heat butter or oil in a nonstick pan, and fry them gently, turning carefully until all sides are golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Serve the turkey stuffing balls immediately while hot. Top each ball with warm gravy and optionally add cranberry sauce for a festive touch.
Notes
- Keep the mixture chilled if you are not cooking immediately to help it hold together better.
- If the mixture feels dry, add extra broth or butter to moisten before forming into balls.
- These balls can be frozen before cooking, making them convenient for meal prep or holiday entertaining.
- Perfect to serve as party appetizers or a cozy side dish during holiday meals.
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