Description
These delicious Stuffed Mushrooms are a perfect vegetarian appetizer featuring tender mushrooms filled with a savory blend of breadcrumbs, cheeses, fresh herbs, and garlic, baked until golden and irresistible. Ideal for parties or simple gatherings, they combine creamy and crunchy textures for a delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 16 large white or cremini mushrooms (stems removed and cleaned)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Cheese and Dairy
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
Dry Ingredients & Seasonings
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Extra Parmesan for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Mushrooms: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and remove the stems. Finely chop the stems and set them aside for the filling.
- Sauté Filling Ingredients: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until the mixture softens and most moisture evaporates. Remove from heat and transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Make the Filling: Into the warm mixture, add breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, softened cream cheese, chopped parsley, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the filling is evenly combined and slightly sticky for easy stuffing.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Spoon the filling into each mushroom cap, pressing gently to pack the mixture fully. Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese on top for a golden crust.
- Bake and Serve: Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops turn a lovely golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the creamy, flavorful filling.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can mix in crumbled cooked sausage or chopped spinach into the stuffing.
- These stuffed mushrooms can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
