If you have ever wondering if you can cook stuffing in the air fryer, then the answer is yes! These Air Fryer Stuffing Balls couldn't be easier. They save time, and also save space in the oven. Made with a packet of stuffing mix, these stuffing balls are ready in under 15 minutes.
About These Air Fryer Stuffing Balls
The perfect golden brown stuffing balls, all done in the air fryer. Our air fryer always gets used for a roast dinner, and especially on Christmas day when we need to save as much room in the oven as possible.
Using store bought stuffing means that stuffing balls in the air fryer couldn't be easier. But you can also adapt it with other add-ins to suit your own tastes.
Make them ahead of time and keep in the fridge of freezer to get ahead for Christmas.
This is our favourite air fryer Christmas side. Looking for some more? Why not try our juicy Air Fryer Pigs in Blankets, easy Air Fryer Carrots and our delicious Air Fryer Parsnips?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Stuffing - Yes, we "cheated" here and use a packet of store bought stuffing mix. Any flavour stuffing will work, so choose your favourite flavour - Paxo is the best quality. Paxo stuffing balls in the air fryer are SO easy and this is just the kind of simple side dish you need on Christmas day. You could make our Sage and Onion Stuffing instead if you prefer.
- Water - Boiling water is needed to mix into the stuffing mix.
- Butter - When we are using a packet of stuffing, we always add a little butter to it to give it something extra. It also helps the air fryer stuffing balls to get golden brown.
Variations
The great thing about using a store bought packet of stuffing is that there are so many things that you can add to it for some different flavour.
To freshen up these air fryer stuffing balls, as it is quite a heavy Christmas side dish, you can grate in some clementine zest. To make these more indulgent, you can add some sausage meat in with the stuffing mix.
For extra texture, we like to add in some dried cranberries or apricots. You can also add some crunch with some crushed pecans or walnuts.
But the simplest way of adding some extra flavour is with a teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
How to Make Stuffing Balls in the Air Fryer - Step by Step
- Step 1: Put the stuffing mix, butter and water into a mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Mix well to combine everything, then leave to stand for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Roll into sixteen balls.
- Step 4: Cook at 180°C for 8 minutes, turning the balls over halfway through.
Serving Suggestions
These air fryer stuffing balls are the perfect addition to a roast dinner. For the meat we recommend our Slow Cooker Roast Beef, Air Fryer Turkey or Roasted Turkey Breast.
When it comes to potatoes, we have got you covered. Try our Duck Fat Roast Potatoes, Mustard Mashed Potatoes or Air Fryer Roast Potatoes.
Don't forget the Air Fryer Pigs in Blankets and then smother is all with our amazing homemade Onion Gravy.
Storage
Store: You can keep any leftover air fryer stuffing balls in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze: You can freeze these before you cook them in the air fryer, which is a great way to get ahead for Christmas day. Roll them up and then wrap them individually in clingfilm (Saran wrap) and put them in the freezer in a freezer bag. You can then cook them from frozen, you will just need to add a few minutes on to the cooking time.
Reheat: Any leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer in a couple of minutes.
Extra Tips
- Don't roll your stuffing balls too big, as they will take much longer to cook, and they are more likely to fall apart.
- Make sure they are all rolled to the same size, so that they cook evenly.
- You can add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to your stuffing mix for some extra flavour.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook these in batches. You need to make sure there is some space between the stuffing balls in air fryer, so the air can circulate and they don't get squashed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can cook store bought frozen stuffing balls in the air fryer, and they will take about 12-14 minutes. You can also follow the directions for freezing these above and then cook them from frozen.
The exact cooking time will depend on your air fryer, as they all cook differently, and how big you can rolled your stuffing balls. Ours took 10 minutes, however check them after 8 minutes and then cook them for 2 minute intervals until cooked through.
Yes, you can make them up and then store the rolled balls on a plate in the fridge until the next day. Or, you can follow our instructions above for freezing them before cooking.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Stuffing Balls
Ingredients
- 170 g (6 oz) Stuffing mix
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 400 ml (1.75 cups) Boiled water
Instructions
- Put 170 g Stuffing mix, 1 tablespoon Butter and 400 ml Boiled water into a mixing bowl.
- Mix well to combine everything, then leave to stand for 5 minutes.
- Roll into sixteen balls.
- Cook at 180°C/350°F for 10 minutes, turning the balls over halfway through.
Recipe Tips
- Don't roll your stuffing balls too big, as they will take much longer to cook, and they are more likely to fall apart.
- Make sure they are all rolled to the same size, so that they cook evenly.
- You can add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to your stuffing mix for some extra flavour.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook these in batches. You need to make sure there is some space between the stuffing balls in air fryer, so the air can circulate and they don't get squashed.
Nutritional Information
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
TAYLER ROSS says
I'm never making traditional stuffing again! These stuffing balls were so delicious- and even better that they were made in the air fryer!
Elisa says
Love this Air Fryer Stuffing Balls recipe, a good idea to make in a different way the stuffing and also fun to make. Will try it for the holiday. Thanks for sharing :)
Andrea says
What a fun and fabulous way to enjoy stuffing with your Holiday meal.
Katheirne says
This was such a great time saving hack! The stuffing balls turned out perfectly in the air fryer.
Bobby says
These turned out delicious! So easy and actually kind of fun!