Absolutely! Here’s a simple and delicious way to turn your leftover turkey stuffing into crispy, flavorful stuffing balls. I’ll give a step-by-step recipe:
Leftover Turkey Stuffing Balls Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3–4 cups leftover stuffing
- 1–2 cups shredded leftover turkey (optional, for extra meaty flavor)
- 1–2 eggs (to help bind the mixture)
- ¼–½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, parmesan, or your favorite)
- ¼ cup milk (if the stuffing seems dry)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ½–1 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crispiness)
- Cooking oil or melted butter for baking/frying
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C) if baking.
- Mix the stuffing: In a large bowl, combine leftover stuffing, turkey (if using), eggs, cheese, milk, herbs, and seasoning.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit of breadcrumbs to make it easier to form into balls.
- If too dry, add a little more milk or a beaten egg.
- Form balls: Scoop out mixture with your hands (or a spoon) and roll into 1.5–2 inch balls.
- Coat (optional): Roll each ball in breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Cook:
- Baking method: Place balls on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush or spray lightly with oil/butter. Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and heated through.
- Frying method: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry balls until golden brown on all sides, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Hot with gravy, cranberry sauce, or a dipping sauce of your choice.
💡 Tips:
- You can sneak in some leftover veggies like corn or peas for extra flavor.
- For extra cheesy stuffing balls, stuff each ball with a small cube of cheese in the center.
- If you want a crispier outside, try baking at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes instead.
If you want, I can also give you a quick air fryer version that makes them extra crispy in like 10 minutes. It’s my favorite way to revive leftover stuffing!
Do you want me to do that?
