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Stuffing Balls


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious stuffing balls perfect for any meal or as a party appetizer!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups leftover or prepared stuffing
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup finely diced onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely diced celery (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, sage, or thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place stuffing in a large bowl. If dry, drizzle with broth and stir to moisten.
  3. Add diced onion and celery if using. Stir in melted butter.
  4. Add eggs to the mixture and mix well until fully combined.
  5. Scoop into balls using a cookie scoop or hands, about golf ball size.
  6. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  8. (Optional) For extra crispiness, pan-sear the baked balls in a skillet with a little butter or oil.
  9. Serve warm with gravy, cranberry sauce, or your favorite dip.

Notes

  • These stuffing balls can be frozen before baking for later use.
  • Experiment with different herbs based on your taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 balls
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg