Fall Balls Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze

Get cozy with these "Fall Balls" Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze—an irresistibly festive dish that's perfect for the cooler months! These tender turkey meatballs are seasoned with warm spices like garlic, onion powder, and thyme, then baked to juicy perfection after a quick sear for golden-brown flavor. The star of the show is the tangy-sweet cranberry glaze, made with whole berry cranberry sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, delivering a delightful balance of flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a holiday appetizer or a comforting main dish served over mashed potatoes or roasted veggies. Whether you're hosting a crowd or enjoying a family dinner, these turkey meatballs with cranberry glaze bring seasonal cheer to any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.75 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly incorporated, but do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.

Step 3

Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into roughly 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches if needed, sear the meatballs on all sides for 2-3 minutes to develop a golden crust. Transfer meatballs back to the baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the cranberry glaze. In a small saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the glaze is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are cooked, toss them gently with the cranberry glaze in a large mixing bowl until coated evenly.

Step 8

Serve the Fall Balls Turkey Meatballs warm as an appetizer or over mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a main dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(821.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1480.8

Total Fat 71.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 544.2mg	0%
Sodium 1923.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 88.7g
Protein 97.8g	0%

Vitamin D 66.8IU	0%
Calcium 102.9mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 250.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 30.7%