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Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls

Healthy Fact of the Day

Shaping stuffing into balls increases the crispy surface area while helping with portion control. Celery and onion add fiber and vitamins while keeping these traditional flavors lower in calories than many holiday sides.
Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls

Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls

Recipe by Daily Disher

Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls feature seasoned bread cubes mixed with celery, onion, herbs, and butter, formed into balls and baked until golden and crispy.

Course: SideCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

180

kcal

50

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups stale bread cubes

    • 1 cup chicken broth

    • 1/2 cup chopped onion

    • 1/2 cup chopped celery

    • 1/2 cup melted butter

    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

    • 1 teaspoon ground sage

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

    • 1 large egg

    Directions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine stale bread cubes with chicken broth, ensuring the bread is evenly moistened.
    • Add chopped onion, celery, melted butter, parsley, sage, salt, and pepper to the bread mixture, stirring well to combine.
    • Beat the egg separately and then mix it into the bread mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
    • Shape the mixture into small balls, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
    • Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake the stuffing balls for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
    • Let the stuffing balls cool slightly before serving to allow them to firm up for easier handling.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 180kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    These Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls transform classic holiday stuffing into fun, portable bites that deliver the perfect ratio of crispy exterior to soft, savory interior. Traditional aromatics like onion and celery combine with fresh parsley and earthy sage to create that unmistakable stuffing flavor we all crave during the holidays. The individual ball format means everyone gets plenty of that coveted golden-brown crust, while the convenient size makes them perfect for serving at buffets, potlucks, or anytime you want to make stuffing feel special and new.

    5.0 from 1 vote

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