Description
These cranberry sausage stuffing balls are the perfect holiday side dish! They are packed with flavor from Italian sausage, dried cranberries, and aromatic herbs, then baked until golden brown. They’re not only delicious but also super easy to make and are guaranteed to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12-ounce) package pork sausage
- 1 (6-ounce) package stuffing mix (such as Stove Top)
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's fully browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix and chicken broth. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the broth.
- Stir in the cooked sausage, dried cranberries, celery, onion, beaten egg, and melted butter. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
You can make these ahead of time and refrigerate them before baking, then bake when ready. They also freeze well before or after baking. For a vegetarian version, substitute the sausage with a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 5g