Stuffed Cream Cheese Mushrooms Recipe
Stuffed Cream Cheese Mushrooms are a savory and creamy appetizer featuring fresh mushrooms filled with a seasoned mixture of cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, and spices. Baked until golden and bubbling, this classic party favorite bursts with flavor and is easy to prepare, making it perfect for entertaining or a delicious snack.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 50 mins
- Yield: 12 stuffed mushrooms (serves 6)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Mushrooms
- 12 whole fresh mushrooms, tough ends trimmed
- Cooking spray, for greasing
For the Filling
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease a baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Clean and Prep Mushrooms: Gently wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel. Carefully remove the stems from the caps and finely chop the stems; set the caps aside.
- Cook the Filling: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and minced garlic, cooking until the moisture evaporates and the mixture is dry, about 3 to 5 minutes, being careful to avoid burning the garlic.
- Mix the Cream Cheese Filling: Transfer the cooked mushroom mixture to a bowl and allow it to cool completely, approximately 10 minutes. Once cooled, stir in the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper until the mixture is thick and well combined.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Using a small spoon, generously fill each mushroom cap with the cream cheese mixture. Arrange the stuffed mushrooms evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the stuffed mushrooms in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the filling is hot and you see liquid forming under each cap indicating they are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- You can double this recipe easily if serving a larger crowd.
- Be sure not to burn the garlic when cooking the mushroom stems, as it can turn bitter.
- For a spicy kick, adjust the cayenne pepper to taste or omit for a milder version.
- These stuffed mushrooms are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated and gently reheated.
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