Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms (Easy Party Appetizer)
These Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms make an elegant and easy-to-prepare party appetizer. Featuring button mushrooms filled with a creamy blend of cream cheese, parmesan, garlic, and sautéed mushroom stems, they bake to perfection with a golden, cheesy top. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions when you want a sophisticated finger food without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 stuffed mushrooms (serves 4-6 as appetizer) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 20 button mushrooms
Dairy
- 150 g cream cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Others
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Olive oil, for sautéing
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Mushrooms: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth or quickly rinsing and patting dry. Carefully remove the stems from each mushroom cap and finely chop the stems for the filling.
- Sauté Mushroom Stems: Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until they are soft and fragrant.
- Make the Filling: Transfer the sautéed mushroom stems to a mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the filling is smooth and well combined.
- Fill Mushroom Caps: Generously spoon the cheese mixture into each mushroom cap, pressing slightly to fill them completely. Arrange the stuffed mushrooms in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the mushrooms from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these warm, cheesy bites as a sophisticated appetizer at your next party or holiday gathering.
Notes
- You can substitute button mushrooms with cremini mushrooms for a deeper flavor.
- For a stronger garlic flavor, add an extra clove or sprinkle some garlic powder into the filling.
- If you want a crispier top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- These mushrooms can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated; reheat in the oven before serving.
- To make it vegetarian, ensure the parmesan cheese is vegetarian-friendly or substitute with a vegetarian hard cheese.