⏱ Prep Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 18–20 balls
🍳 Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Oven or air fryer (optional)
🥘 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, finely chopped
- 2 cups prepared stuffing (any variety)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp poultry seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Turkey: White or dark meat both work well.
- Stuffing: Store-bought or homemade stuffing is fine.
- Cheese: Optional but adds richness and helps bind.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix
In a large bowl, combine turkey, stuffing, egg, cheese, onion, parsley, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Shape
Roll mixture into golf-ball-sized balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake
Lightly spray with oil and bake for 18–20 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
Air Fryer Option
Cook at 375°F for 12–14 minutes, shaking halfway.
📊 Nutrition (Approx per ball)
- Calories: 110
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 6g
- Fat: 5g
⭐ Tips & Variations
- Crispier: Roll balls in breadcrumbs before baking.
- Gravy-stuffed: Insert a frozen gravy cube inside before baking.
- Spicy: Add chili flakes or hot sauce.
- Dipping sauces: Serve with cranberry sauce, gravy, or honey mustard.
- Freezer-friendly: Freeze before or after baking for up to 2 months.