Print

Crispy Stuffing Balls Recipe Easy Perfect Thanksgiving Side Dish

crispy stuffing balls - featured image
Print Recipe

These crispy stuffing balls feature a golden crust with a tender, herb-infused center, making them a perfect handheld Thanksgiving side dish that’s easy to share and delicious to eat.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 cups day-old bread, cubed (hearty white or sourdough)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 to 1 1/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for brushing or drizzling

Instructions

  1. Cut about 8 cups (about 200 grams) of day-old bread into 1/2-inch cubes. If bread is fresh, toast cubes at 325°F (160°C) for about 10 minutes to dry.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and celery and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread cubes with sautéed vegetables. Add parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Gradually pour in 1 to 1 1/4 cups broth, stirring gently to moisten bread without sogginess. Add beaten eggs and mix until mixture holds together when pressed but is not mushy.
  5. Form mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls (about 20-24) using a cookie scoop or hands. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  6. Lightly brush or drizzle tops with olive oil to help create crispy crust.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake balls for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp outside but tender inside.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use day-old or toasted bread to avoid soggy stuffing balls. Adjust broth quantity to achieve moldable but not soggy mixture. Brush with olive oil before baking for a crispy crust. Flip halfway through baking for even browning. Can be made ahead and frozen. For vegetarian version, use vegetable broth; for dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or margarine. Fresh herbs preferred but dried can be used at half quantity.

Nutrition

Keywords: stuffing balls, Thanksgiving side dish, crispy stuffing, holiday recipe, easy stuffing recipe, bite-sized stuffing, savory appetizer

Find it online: https://tessierecipes.com/crispy-stuffing-balls-recipe-easy-perfect-thanksgiving-side-dish/