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Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

These Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms have tender mushroom caps filled with cream cheese, garlic, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. They bake until golden and creamy, making an easy appetizer for parties, gatherings, or a night at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145

Ingredients
  

  • 18 medium white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms
  • 4 oz 113 g cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup 25 g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • Large baking dish or rimmed baking sheet
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing spatula
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gently wipe the mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Remove the stems and set the mushroom caps aside. Finely chop the stems for the filling.
    Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
  2. Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
    Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
  3. Add the softened cream cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to a mixing bowl. Stir in the cooked mushroom stems and garlic until everything is evenly combined.
    Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
  4. Arrange the mushroom caps in a lightly greased baking dish with the hollow sides facing up. Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each mushroom cap, filling them generously. Sprinkle a little shredded mozzarella over the top.
    Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
  5. Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is hot with lightly golden tops.
    Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
  6. Remove the stuffed mushrooms from the oven and let them rest for 3–5 minutes. Garnish with a little extra fresh parsley and serve warm.
    Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe