These Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Meatballs are a festive and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Juicy, tender turkey meatballs are seasoned with Parmesan and fresh parsley, then coated in a tangy-sweet cranberry glaze that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy dinner. Easy to prepare, these meatballs are versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
- 500g ground turkey
- 60g breadcrumbs
- 25g grated Parmesan cheese
- 15g chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Cranberry Glaze:
- 240g cranberry sauce
- 20g honey
- 15g Dijon mustard
- 15g apple cider vinegar
- 1g ground cinnamon
Instructions:
Prepare the Meatballs:
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1½ inches in diameter, and set them aside on a plate or tray.
- Brown the Meatballs: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, whisk together cranberry sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and ground cinnamon. Simmer over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Coat the Meatballs: Add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet with the glaze.
- Serve Hot : Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve hot as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
These Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Meatballs combine the juicy goodness of turkey with a tangy, cinnamon-spiced cranberry glaze that’s perfect for the season. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a comforting family dinner, this dish will be a hit with everyone around the table.
Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Meatballs
Juicy turkey meatballs in a tangy-sweet cranberryglaze, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 500 g ground turkey
- 60 g breadcrumbs
- 25 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 15 g chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
For the Cranberry Glaze:
- 240 g cranberry sauce
- 20 g honey
- 15 g Dijon mustard
- 15 g apple cider vinegar
- 1 g ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1½ inches in diameter, and set them aside on a plate or tray.
- Brown the Meatballs: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, whisk together cranberry sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and ground cinnamon. Simmer over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Coat the Meatballs: Add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet with the glaze.
- Serve Hot : Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve hot as an appetizer with toothpicks or as a main dish with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.