Leftover Turkey Stuffing Balls (Easy Thanksgiving Recipe!)
These crispy and golden leftover turkey stuffing balls are the perfect way to turn Thanksgiving scraps into a delicious snack or easy dinner. Baked to perfection with mashed potatoes, stuffing, turkey, and cheese, they’re sure to warm you up with nostalgic holiday flavor.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
- 1 Baking sheet Lined with parchment
- 1 Oven Preheated to 375°F
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes cooked
- 1 ½ cups stuffing cooked
- 3 eggs
- ¼ cup green onion diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
- 2 cups turkey cooked, chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, stuffing, eggs, green onion, cheddar cheese, turkey, black pepper, red pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop about ¼ cup of the mixture and shape into balls using your hands.
- Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown and heated through.
- Let cool slightly before serving to allow the balls to firm up.
Notes
To reheat, place stuffing balls on a baking sheet and warm in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes. For extra crisp, pan fry in hot oil until golden. Store in an airtight container in fridge up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.