Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 cups stuffing
- 1 1/2 cups shredded turkey
For Serving
- Gravy, for coating
Optional
- Black pepper, to taste
- Panko breadcrumbs (optional, see notes)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Warm ingredients: Gently warm the mashed potatoes and stuffing so they become easier to handle and mix evenly.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the warmed mashed potatoes, stuffing, and shredded turkey. Season with black pepper if desired, but no additional salt is usually needed.
- Form balls: Shape the mixture into firm balls, pressing them together tightly, similar to rolling snowballs, to help them hold their shape during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the formed balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp on the outside.
- Serve: Remove the stuffing balls from the oven, plate them, and coat generously with hot gravy for a moist and flavorful finish.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy these delicious leftover turkey stuffing balls as a satisfying snack or appetizer.
Notes
- You can optionally roll the balls in panko breadcrumbs before baking for an extra crispy texture.
- If the mixture feels too loose, chilling it for 15-20 minutes can help it firm up before shaping the balls.
- Use leftover or freshly made stuffing and turkey for best results.
- Leftover mashed potatoes work great, but if they are very dry, add a splash of milk or broth to moisten them slightly before mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American