Ah, stuffing balls—aka little bites of herby, savory goodness! They’re basically baked balls of your favorite stuffing, perfect as a side or appetizer. Here’s a straightforward recipe.
Ingredients (makes ~12–15 balls)
- 4 cups leftover stuffing (or prepared stuffing mix, cooked)
- 1 large egg (to bind)
- ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth (optional, for moisture)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for flavor)
- Fresh parsley or herbs (optional, for extra flavor)
- Cooking spray or a little oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
- Prepare the mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine stuffing with the egg, melted butter, and herbs.
- If the stuffing feels too dry, add a tablespoon or two of broth. It should hold together when rolled into balls.
- Form balls:
- Using your hands, roll stuffing into 1.5–2 inch balls.
- Bake:
- Place balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Serve:
- Hot out of the oven as a side dish or appetizer. Optional: drizzle with a little melted butter or gravy.
💡 Tips:
- You can add extras to the mixture: cooked sausage, chopped onions, cranberries, or shredded cheese.
- If you want a crispier outside, brush with a little extra butter before baking.
- These can also be made ahead and frozen; just bake from frozen, adding ~5–10 minutes to the cook time.
If you want, I can also give a super-easy 15-minute microwave or air fryer version that’s quick and still tasty.
Do you want me to do that?
