Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms
Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms are a crowd-pleasing appetizer combining creamy cheese, fresh herbs, and perfectly cooked mushrooms for a savory and comforting treat. Easy to prepare and versatile for any occasion, this recipe features a rich cheese filling with garlic and parsley, baked to golden perfection.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 stuffed mushrooms (serves 4-6 as appetizer) 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 16 medium-sized button mushrooms, stems removed and chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any dirt. Carefully remove the stems and finely chop them, setting both caps and chopped stems aside.
- Sauté the Filling Base: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the chopped mushroom stems with fresh garlic until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes. This step builds a deep, savory base for the filling.
- Mix the Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine the sautéed mushroom mixture with cream cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir vigorously until smooth and well blended.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Carefully spoon the cheese mixture into each mushroom cap, packing it generously but evenly. Arrange the stuffed caps on a baking sheet to prepare for baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the mushrooms for 20 minutes or until the tops are golden and bubbling. Let them cool briefly before serving to enjoy the full creaminess.
Notes
- Use fresh mushrooms and herbs to elevate the flavor compared to dried or pre-packaged.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to allow even roasting and golden crust formation.
- Lightly pat mushrooms dry before stuffing to prevent sogginess.
- Customize cheese ratios by adjusting cream cheese and Parmesan amounts for preferred richness.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and melty cheese texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 stuffed mushrooms
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
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