Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
These Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms are a delicious and easy appetizer, combining creamy cream cheese, savory Parmesan, and fresh garlic in tender mushroom caps baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 stuffed mushrooms (serves approximately 4-6 people as an appetizer) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 20 large white or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed
Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional for extra crunch)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep the Mushrooms: Clean the mushrooms carefully using a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. Remove the stems and set the mushroom caps aside on a baking sheet, ready for stuffing.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, optional breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the filling has a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Using a spoon, fill each mushroom cap generously with the prepared cheese mixture, pressing gently to ensure the filling completely fills each cap.
- Bake: Drizzle olive oil evenly over the stuffed mushrooms. Place them in an oven preheated to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the filling is bubbly. For a crispier topping, broil them for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve: Allow the mushrooms to cool for a few minutes after baking, then serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- For extra crunch, include the breadcrumbs in the filling as listed; omit for a softer texture.
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor; dried parsley can be substituted but use less.
- If mushrooms are very large, you can halve them to create more bite-sized appetizers.
- Try adding finely chopped cooked bacon or sausage to the filling for a meatier version.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives or omit entirely.
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