Description
Savory stuffing balls bring classic holiday comfort to your table with a crispy exterior and tender, herb-infused interior. Baked golden brown and packed with hearty flavor, these little spheres offer a delightful twist that will make guests crave seconds.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups dry stuffing mix
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chicken broth
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick surface.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend prepared stuffing mix with warm broth and melted butter until uniformly moistened.
- Fold in beaten eggs, finely chopped vegetables, and selected seasonings, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Using clean hands or a small scoop, craft compact spheres approximately the size of golf balls, gently pressing to maintain cohesive shape.
- Arrange formed balls on prepared baking sheet, maintaining slight separation to allow even heat circulation.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating sheet midway to ensure consistent golden-brown coloration and firm texture.
- Remove from oven and allow appetizers to rest for 3-5 minutes, enabling slight cooling and structural stabilization.
- Transfer to serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for enhanced visual appeal and subtle herbaceous flavor.
Notes
- Elevate texture by chilling mixture for 30 minutes before forming balls, ensuring they hold shape better during baking.
- Swap traditional stuffing for gluten-free breadcrumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising flavor.
- Customize vegetable mix by adding diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or caramelized onions for extra depth and nutrition.
- Test doneness by inserting a toothpick – it should come out clean and balls should be golden brown with slight crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg