Delicious Stuffed Mushrooms
Indulge in the irresistible taste of stuffed mushrooms, where earthy mushroom caps are generously filled with a creamy mixture of cheeses, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Easy to prepare, this appetizer is a culinary hug that brings warmth and flavor to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 mushrooms 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large button mushrooms
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and clean the mushroom caps with a damp paper towel. Carefully remove the stems and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Generously fill each mushroom cap with the creamy filling.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs for added crunch and drizzle olive oil over them.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom (approx. 32g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize the filling by adding crumbled bacon or spinach for extra flavor. For a vegan option, substitute cream cheese with nutritional yeast and use plant-based sausage.