Description
These Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze combine lean ground turkey with savory Parmesan and fresh herbs, baked to perfection and coated in a sweet and tangy cranberry mustard glaze, making a perfect fall-inspired appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cranberry Glaze
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the meatballs evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated to form a consistent meatball mixture.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. Place them spaced apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased to prevent sticking.
- Bake Meatballs: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare Cranberry Glaze: While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze by combining the cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is heated through and well blended.
- Toss Meatballs in Glaze: Once the meatballs have finished baking, remove them from the oven and gently toss them in the warm cranberry glaze until they are evenly coated.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs warm as an appetizer or with sides for a festive, flavorful meal and enjoy the perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor, but dried parsley can be substituted if needed (use 1 tablespoon dried).
- Breadcrumbs help bind the meatballs; panko breadcrumbs can be used for a lighter texture.
- The cranberry glaze can be adjusted in sweetness by adding more or less honey based on preference.
- These meatballs can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking for convenience.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Turkey Meatballs, Cranberry Glaze, Holiday Appetizer, Fall Recipe, Healthy Meatballs
