Description
These Thanksgiving Stuffing Balls are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with all the nostalgic flavors of the holiday table. Perfect for using up leftover stuffing or as a fresh make-ahead side dish or appetizer. Bake, air fry, or even deep-fry them to golden perfection!
Ingredients
3 cups cooked stuffing
2 large eggs
1 cup grated cheddar or Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 to 4 tablespoons chicken or vegetable broth (as needed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Let the stuffing come to room temperature if chilled. Break up large clumps and place in a large bowl.
2. Add eggs, cheese, parsley, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. If the mixture is dry and doesn’t hold shape, add broth one tablespoon at a time until the texture is moist and moldable.
4. Roll about 2 tablespoons of mixture into firm balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Chill the formed balls in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to help them set.
6. Preheat oven to 400°F (or air fryer to 375°F).
7. Bake for 20–25 minutes (or air fry for 10–12 minutes), flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
8. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with gravy, cranberry sauce, or dipping sauce of choice.
Notes
Chill the mixture before baking to help prevent crumbling.
Add more broth gradually; too much liquid can make them soggy.
These freeze beautifully—just bake straight from frozen for added convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Bake or Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffing ball
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 35