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A white plate with eight Air Fryer Stuffing Balls garnished with chopped parsley, set on a light-colored tablecloth.

Air Fryer Stuffing Balls

Mandy I My Reliable Recipes
Air Fryer Stuffing Balls are my go-to after Thanksgiving and Christmas because they're a great way to use leftovers with an air-fryer twist that makes them perfectly crispy outside and soft inside. The golden crust cracks open to reveal tender, herby filling packed with savory flavor, making them a fun way to serve stuffing without a big pan. They're perfect as a side dish or holiday appetizer, make-ahead friendly, and ideal for parties and grazing. Store them in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 cups leftover stuffing
  • 1 large egg
  • Cooking spray or olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
    Cooking spray or olive oil
  • In a big bowl, combine the leftover stuffing and egg until everything is well incorporated and the stuffing is soft.
    4 cups leftover stuffing, 1 large egg
  • Use an ice cream scoop to form stuffing balls, press them with your hands to compact them, and arrange them in the sheet.
  • Bake in the air fryer at 350ºF (180°C) for 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust the texture: If your stuffing is too dry to form balls, add a splash of broth or melted butter to the mixture before shaping.
  • Compact the balls firmly: Press each portion tightly with your hands so they hold together during cooking and don't crumble apart.
  • Don't overcrowd the basket: Leave space between each ball so hot air circulates evenly, and they crisp up on all sides.
  • Check for doneness: Look for a deep golden brown color on the outside, which means the crust is crispy and the inside is heated through.
  • Flash freeze for storage: Freeze the balls on a baking sheet for 1 hour before transferring to containers so they don't stick together and you can grab just what you need.
  • Reheat properly: Use the air fryer instead of the microwave to keep the exterior crispy when reheating leftovers.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 487mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 343IUCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Air Fryer Stuffing Balls
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