Stuffing Balls
Stuffing Balls are a delightful twist on traditional stuffing, shaped into convenient, bite-sized portions. They’re not heavy or overly dense either.
I think they’re a perfect side dish for any holiday meal, and if you’re not a fan of classic stuffing, feel free to customize them to your liking. They will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a flavorful and easy-to-serve stuffing option, you’ve come to the right place. When you make these stuffing balls and pair them with your favorite holiday dishes, you get the perfect meal. The addition of fresh herbs just sends them over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for cozy, comforting food, and these stuffing balls remind me of family gatherings and festive celebrations. Not a fan of traditional stuffing? Don’t worry, they’re still delicious with your favorite additions.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 8 cups cubed day-old bread (French or Italian bread works well)
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Prepare the Stuffing Balls:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, chopped onion, and chopped celery.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, chicken or vegetable broth, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour the butter mixture over the bread mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the bread is moistened.
- Add the chopped parsley, thyme, sage, salt, and black pepper to the bread mixture and mix well.
- Shape the mixture into 2-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 servings):
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 340mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Enjoy these Stuffing Balls as a convenient and delicious side dish that brings the traditional flavors of stuffing to your table in a fun, bite-sized form!
Stuffing Balls
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 8 cups cubed day-old bread French or Italian bread works well
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh sage chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, chopped onion, and chopped celery.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, chicken or vegetable broth, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour the butter mixture over the bread mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the bread is moistened.
- Add the chopped parsley, thyme, sage, salt, and black pepper to the bread mixture and mix well.
- Shape the mixture into 2-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time:
- 20 minutes
- Cook Time:
- 25 minutes
- Total Time:
- 45 minutes
- Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 servings):
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 340mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Enjoy these Stuffing Balls as a convenient and delicious side dish that brings the traditional flavors of stuffing to your table in a fun, bite-sized form!
