Kittencal's Holiday Cranberry Stuffing Balls

Elevate your holiday feast with Kittencal's Holiday Cranberry Stuffing Balls, a delightful twist on classic stuffing that's perfect for festive gatherings! These bite-sized stuffing balls combine the savory warmth of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic with the aromatic blend of sage, thyme, and rosemary. A touch of sweetness from dried cranberries adds a seasonal flair, while cubes of day-old bread soak up rich stock and beaten eggs to form a perfectly moist yet slightly crisp texture. Easy to portion and serve, these stuffing balls are baked to golden perfection, making them a stress-free addition to your holiday menu. Serve alongside roasted turkey, ham, or any festive main dish to impress your guests with a flavorful and charming side dish they'll rave about!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup celery, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.75 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
• 8 cups day-old bread, cubed (preferably white or French bread)
• 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 as needed oil or cooking spray (for greasing the baking sheet)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, parsley, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped dried cranberries.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes with the sautéed vegetable and herb mixture.

Step 6

Gradually pour the chicken or vegetable stock over the bread mixture, tossing gently to moisten the bread evenly. Be careful not to over-soak.

Step 7

Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and mix gently until just combined.

Step 8

Using clean hands or a standard ice cream scoop, shape the mixture into golf ball-sized portions and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the stuffing balls to cool slightly before serving. Serve as a delicious holiday side dish alongside turkey, ham, or other festive mains.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2271.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4803.9

Total Fat 135.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 10644.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 797.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.1g	0%
Total Sugars 146.2g
Protein 130.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1518.1mg	0%
Iron 42.8mg	0%
Potassium 2303.9mg	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: 24.8%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 64.6%