Description
Savory cream cheese stuffed mushrooms bring elegant appetizer magic to any gathering. Creamy filling and earthy mushroom caps create irresistible bites you will devour with pure enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (500 g) mushrooms, white or cremini, stems removed
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ cup (25 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsps olive oil (for brushing)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps parsley, fresh, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp thyme, dried (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Panko breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease the surface to prevent sticking and ensure easy mushroom removal.
- Mushroom Preparation: Clean and de-stem mushrooms, creating a hollow cavity ideal for maximum cream cheese filling absorption and flavor distribution.
- Filling Creation: Blend cream cheese with minced garlic, then fold in finely chopped parsley and chives to develop a rich, aromatic stuffing with vibrant herbal notes.
- Stuffing Process: Generously fill each mushroom cap with the seasoned cream cheese mixture, allowing the filling to slightly mound above the mushroom’s surface for an indulgent presentation.
- Cheese Topping: Dust the stuffed mushrooms with grated parmesan, which will transform into a crisp, golden crust during the roasting process.
- Baking: Position the prepared mushrooms on the baking sheet with adequate spacing, then roast in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until the tops turn golden and the filling becomes lightly bubbling.
- Finishing: Allow the mushrooms to rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the filling stabilize and prevents potential mouth burns, then garnish with additional fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Mushroom Selection: Choose firm, fresh mushrooms with intact caps for the best texture and presentation. Avoid mushrooms with dark spots or signs of decay.
- Moisture Management: Pat mushrooms completely dry after cleaning to prevent soggy filling and ensure crispy results during baking.
- Cheese Temperature: Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for smoother, easier mixing and more even filling distribution.
- Herb Intensity: Finely chop herbs to distribute flavor evenly and prevent overwhelming chunks in the delicate cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg