Glazed Turkey Meatballs Cranberry (Print version)
Tender turkey balls glazed in sweet cranberry sauce, ideal for festive or quick flavorful meals.
# Ingredient List:
→ Meatballs
01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
05 - 1 small onion, finely diced
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Cranberry Glaze
10 - 1 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
11 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
12 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
13 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
15 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until just combined without overworking.
03 - Shape mixture into 20 to 24 small meatballs and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and lightly golden.
05 - While meatballs bake, whisk together cranberry sauce, honey or maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glaze thickens slightly.
06 - Transfer baked meatballs to the saucepan and gently toss to coat in the cranberry glaze. Simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to meld flavors.
07 - Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if preferred.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's secretly healthy but never boring, like sharing a cheat code with a friend
- The cranberry glaze adds a unique twist that makes every bite feel special
02 -
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture—it keeps them tender and juicy, trust me
- The glaze thickens as it cools, so don't worry if it looks a bit thin once off heat
03 -
- Use fresh herbs whenever possible; they brighten the flavor dramatically
- Rest the meatball mixture briefly before shaping to help ingredients bind better