Go Back
–+ servings
Simple Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

Deliciously Simple Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe for Elegant Appetizers

This Simple Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe features a delightful blend of savory cream cheese and garlic, making it the perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 mushrooms
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mushrooms
  • 12 pieces White or Brown Mushrooms Substitute with portobello mushrooms for a larger bite!
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Herbed cream cheese for extra flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Swap with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese Use vegan cheese for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder is a substitute if out.
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chives or basil can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Oregano or rosemary are good substitutes.
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Breadcrumbs Consider gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Enhance overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Medium Skillet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems.
  3. Finely chop the mushroom stems and mince the garlic, parsley, and thyme.
  4. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped mushroom stems, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for 4-5 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  6. Mix grated Parmesan cheese with breadcrumbs in a separate bowl for the topping.
  7. Stuff each mushroom cap generously with the cream cheese filling and sprinkle with the breadcrumb mixture.
  8. Bake the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet for 17-20 minutes until tender and golden brown.
  9. Allow cooling for a few minutes and garnish with additional chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mushroomCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Avoid sogginess by poking holes in mushrooms before baking. Utilize mushroom stems for enhanced flavor and prep ahead for stress-free serving.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!