Cranberry Turkey Sliders
Cranberry turkey sliders are a festive delight, perfect for holiday gatherings and casual dinners alike. These mini sandwiches feature juicy turkey patties paired with tangy cranberry sauce, all nestled in soft slider buns. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they make for an irresistible treat that will have your family and friends asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 sliders 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 slider buns (brioche or whole wheat)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small patties (2-3 inches wide).
- Place patties on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
- While the turkey cooks, lightly toast slider buns until golden.
- Assemble sliders by placing a turkey patty on each bun, adding cranberry sauce and garnishing with parsley.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground chicken for turkey or add spices like cumin or paprika for extra flavor. For added creaminess, top sliders with a slice of cheese before serving.