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Stuffed Mushrooms

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Stuffed mushrooms are savory, bite-sized appetizers filled with a creamy, cheesy, and herby stuffing. Roasted until tender and golden, they make the perfect starter, side dish, or light vegetarian meal.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 18–20 mushrooms
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 18–20 white button or cremini mushrooms
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup cooked sausage, bacon bits, spinach, or chopped sun-dried tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove stems. Set caps aside and finely chop the stems.
  3. Sauté chopped stems with garlic and onion in olive oil until softened.
  4. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in cream cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional mix-ins.
  5. Spoon filling into mushroom caps, pressing slightly to pack.
  6. Place mushrooms on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving, optionally garnished with extra herbs or cheese.

Notes

  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • Can be prepped ahead and baked later.
  • To avoid sogginess, don’t rinse mushrooms under water.
  • Freeze unbaked mushrooms for easy prep-ahead appetizers.

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