Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cranberries (if using dried, add them directly without cooking), sage, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth and melted butter until fully combined. Pour this mixture over your dry ingredients and stir well until moist but not wet. If too dry, add broth one tablespoon at a time.

Season generously with salt and pepper, then form the mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter using clean hands. Lightly dampen hands with water to prevent sticking. Arrange them on your prepared baking sheet with about an inch of space between each ball.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning them halfway through for even browning. They're done when golden brown on all sides. Let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving.