Nut-Free Savory Stuffing Balls

Elevate your holiday table or everyday dinner with these Nut-Free Savory Stuffing Balls, a delightful twist on traditional stuffing that's perfect for those with nut allergies. This recipe combines cubes of day-old white bread with a medley of sautéed onions, celery, garlic, and fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, and sage, creating an aromatic and flavor-packed dish. A splash of chicken or vegetable stock and a beaten egg bind everything together, forming perfectly golden, bite-sized portions baked to crispy, tender perfection. Whether served as a festive side dish or a convenient make-ahead appetizer, these stuffing balls are a crowd-pleasing, nut-free way to enjoy all the comforting flavors of classic stuffing.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old white bread
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large, finely chopped onion
• 2 finely chopped celery stalks
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh sage
• 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 large, beaten egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into small, even cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and celery to the skillet; cook and stir for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped parsley, thyme, and sage, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Pour the sautéed vegetable mixture over the cubed bread in the mixing bowl.

Step 8

In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken or vegetable stock, beaten egg, salt, and pepper.

Step 9

Pour the liquid mixture over the bread and vegetables, gently toss until all the bread is coated and moist; let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Step 10

Shape the mixture into compact balls, about the size of a golf ball, using your hands.

Step 11

Place the stuffing balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 12

Drizzle olive oil over the top of the stuffing balls to help them brown nicely.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and allow to cool a bit before serving. Serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3112.5 grams (3112.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5964

Total Fat 136.10g	174%
Saturated Fat 45.70g	229%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 344mg	115%
Sodium 13764mg	598%
Total Carbohydrate 1002.00g	364%
Dietary Fiber 43.80g	156%
Total Sugars 115.00g
Protein 208.60g	417%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 3539mg	272%
Iron 36mg	200%
Potassium 3826mg	81%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.2%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 66.1%