Description
These Mouth-Watering Stuffed Mushrooms are creamy, garlicky, and perfectly golden on top—an irresistible appetizer that’s quick to make and always a hit at parties. With their cheesy filling and crispy finish, they’re the ultimate bite-sized treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 whole fresh mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Substitutions & Variations: Use goat cheese or ricotta instead of cream cheese, or swap Parmesan for mozzarella or cheddar. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or extra cayenne. Vegetarian or low-fat versions are easy with plant-based or reduced-fat cheese options.
Instructions
- Prep the Mushrooms: Wipe mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Set the caps aside and finely chop the stems.
- Sauté the Garlic and Stems: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped stems and minced garlic. Sauté for 3–5 minutes, until fragrant and softened.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with softened cream cheese, Parmesan, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Fill the Mushroom Caps: Spoon or pipe the filling into each mushroom cap, pressing gently to fill.
- Add the Topping: Sprinkle a little extra Parmesan or panko breadcrumbs on top for a golden crust.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and serve warm.
Notes
Avoid washing mushrooms under water—they absorb moisture. For a make-ahead option, prepare the filling and stuff the mushrooms a day early; bake just before serving. Reheat leftovers in the oven for 10 minutes at 350°F to keep them crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg