Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of bacon stuffing balls, a delectable appetizer or side dish perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized morsels burst with savory bacon, aromatic herbs, and a moist, fluffy stuffing center. Each ball is meticulously handcrafted using high-quality ingredients and baked to golden perfection. Discover three enticing variations to suit your taste buds: the classic bacon stuffing balls, a tangy cranberry and bacon stuffing balls, and a cheesy bacon and spinach stuffing balls. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning photos, this recipe guide will lead you on a culinary journey to create these irresistible bacon stuffing balls that will leave your guests craving for more.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BACON-WRAPPED STUFFING BALLS
My family loves these. They can be served as an appetizer or a side dish. They can be stuffed with sliced Italian sausage, chunks of cheese, or other small savory treats.
Provided by Cynthadeltorro
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add red bell pepper, celery, and onion; cook and stir until softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine stuffing mix, cream cheese, butter, and beaten egg in a large bowl; add hot water and mix well until incorporated. Let sit until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Stir in red bell pepper mixture. Shape into 1-inch balls.
- Place bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Roll balls in bread crumbs; arrange them on a baking sheet. Flatten slightly into patties. Wrap patties in bacon.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bottoms are browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Flip and continue baking until crisp on top, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 745.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
BACON WRAPPED STUFFING BALLS
This family recipe dates back to the 1930's, when my grandmother started making these hearty breakfast rolls. Photo by a Taste of Home Recipe tweaked a bit.What can I say I'm a tweaker.
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In a small skillet, sauté onion,and celery in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the Stove Top Stuffing,and remaining seasonings;toss to mix evenly. Add onion mixture, and egg ; toss lightly to coat bread mixture.
- 2. Roll mixture into 1 1/4- inch balls. Wrap a bacon strip around each ball. Secure with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining ingredients.(here is where you may need more bacon slices(it depends on how big you make the balls). I like to make small ones and use the whole pound of bacon. These freeze well, after baked and cooled.
- 3. In a large skillet, cook bacon roll-ups on all sides over medium heat for 18 minutes or until bacon is crisp and a meat thermometer inserted into stuffing reads at least 160^. Drain on paper towels. Makes 12 or more.
BACON STUFFING BALLS
Make and share this Bacon Stuffing Balls recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Saute celery in margarine until soft.
- Combine all other ingredients, except bread cubes in a large bowl.
- Gently mix in bread cubes.
- Portion stuffing into 12 greased muffin cups.
- Bake at 325º F.
- for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from muffin cups; serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.1, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 52.1, Sodium 527.3, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 7.9
BACON-WRAPPED STUFFING BALLS
Steps:
- 1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. If using homemade stuffing proceed to step 3. If using boxed stuffing, cook according to package directions.Remove from stove and let cool for 5 minutes. 3. Use a cookie scoop to create stuffing balls or roll 2 Tablespoons of stuffing mixl into 2-inch balls 4. Wrap with 1/2 slice bacon and secure with a toothpick 5. Place stuffing balls on baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-18 minutes or until bacon is crisp and top of stuffing is lightly browned. 6. Wrap with 1/2 slice bacon and secure with a toothpick 7. Transfer to serving platter and enjoy!
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh, flavorful bread, succulent bacon, and aromatic herbs make all the difference.
- Don't over-mix the stuffing. Over-mixing can make the stuffing tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices to add flavor to the stuffing. Some popular choices include sage, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and onion.
- If you're using fresh herbs, chop them finely before adding them to the stuffing. This will help release their flavor.
- Don't pack the stuffing balls too tightly. This can make them dense and dry. Leave some air space between the ingredients so that the stuffing can expand while cooking.
- Bake the stuffing balls in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the stuffing balls immediately, or let them cool and reheat them later. They can be reheated in the oven, microwave, or air fryer.
Conclusion:
Bacon stuffing balls are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will be a hit at your next gathering.
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