10+ Ways to Use Leftover Stuffing

deep fried stuffing balls on a decorative plate with cranberry sauce for dipping
Photo: The Gruntled Gourmand

Transform leftover stuffing into something spectacular with this inspiring collection of leftover stuffing recipes. From classic stuffing balls to an elegant savory cheesecake that uses leftover stuffing for the crust and a clever monkey bread packed with Thanksgiving leftovers — you won't be left wondering what to do with that leftover stuffing in the fridge with these easy and delicious recipes!

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Thanksgiving Leftovers Monkey Bread

savory monkey bread with Thanksgiving leftovers
SunnyDaysNora

This clever recipe shows you how to transform Thanksgiving leftovers like stuffing, turkey, and mashed potatoes into a savory pull-apart bread that the whole family will love to tear into! Serve with gravy or cranberry sauce.

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Loaded Turkey and Gravy Stuffed Potatoes

loaded turkey and gravy stuffed potatoes on purple plates
voraciousgirl

Get creative with your leftover stuffing, turkey, and gravy with these twice-baked stuffed potatoes. Serve with a green salad and you have a meal! "I used leftover corn bread stuffing. Made as directed and it was delicious!" says reviewer Cookie.

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Delicious Turkey Soup with Deep-Fried Stuffing Balls

Delicious Turkey Soup with Deep-Fried Stuffing Balls
Howard

These flavorsome deep-fried stuffing balls make an excellent choice for using up any leftover stuffing after Thanksgiving or Christmas. They make the perfect accompaniment to a rich and nutritious turkey soup. Any fan of chicken and dumpling or matzo ball soup will love this!

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Leftover Turkey Cheesecake

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This elegant savory ricotta cheesecake uses leftover Thanksgiving stuffing for the crust. "Finally something new and different to do with leftovers!" says home cook Leslie. "I made this recipe as directed and it was delicious. I will look forward to making this again next year!"

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Amish Turkey Casserole

Amish Turkey Casserole
thedailygourmet

Leftover stuffing, dinner rolls, turkey, and vegetables are cooked in a rich sauce in this tasty casserole that will satisfy the masses! Top with bread crumbs and drizzle melted butter on top for an irresistible golden, crunchy finish.

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Thanksgiving Egg Rolls

egg rolls with dipping sauce
fabeveryday

These crispy, deep-fried homemade egg rolls are a unique and fun way to serve leftover Thanksgiving stuffing and mashed potatoes. It's easy to double or triple the recipe for a party appetizer. Serve with warm gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.

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Thanksgiving Leftover Dinner Bombs

Thanksgiving Leftover Dinner Bombs
voraciousgirl

Transform leftover stuffing and turkey into baked biscuit bombs with cream cheese, cranberry sauce, and Swiss cheese. Serve with warmed gravy for dipping. "What a good idea!" says reviewer S.E. "I was looking forward to having leftovers just so I could try these!"

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Deep-Fried Stuffing

deep fried stuffing balls on a decorative plate with cranberry sauce for dipping
The Gruntled Gourmand

Balls of leftover stuffing are coated in seasoned bread crumbs and deep-fried until golden and crunchy to create these tasty appetizers. Serve hot with gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping! You can use any kind of stuffing, such as sausage or corn bread, or a boxed variety.

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Thanksgiving Leftover Wontons with Cranberry Salsa

Thanksgiving Leftover Wontons with Cranberry Salsa

Leftover stuffing, turkey, and cream cheese are combined to make a wonton filling in this family-friendly bite-size appetizer recipe. "I made these the day after Thanksgiving and my kids loved them!" says reviewer Melissa Martinez. Serve with a spicy cranberry salsa or leftover cranberry sauce.

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More Inspiration

salad with leftover turkey and cranberries
bd.weld

Our entire collection of Thanksgiving Leftovers has so many more recipes to tempt you! Try this Leftover Thanksgiving Salad and so much more.

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