Baked Stuffed Mushrooms with Parmesan and Garlic Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make stuffed baby Bella mushrooms filled with a creamy, savory mixture of cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, and herbs, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or a flavorful side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mushrooms
- 1 1/2 lbs. baby Bella mushrooms
- Cooking spray (for pan)
For the Stuffing
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons green onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning dried herbs
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed mushrooms to a perfect golden-brown finish.
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Clean and prep mushrooms: Gently clean the baby Bella mushrooms with a damp cloth. Remove the stems carefully, then roughly chop the stems and place them in a mixing bowl. Arrange the mushroom caps, hollow side up, on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make the stuffing: To the bowl with chopped mushroom stems, add unsalted butter, diced green onions, minced garlic, plain breadcrumbs, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, grated Parmesan, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, and freshly chopped parsley. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a creamy, cohesive filling.
- Stuff the mushrooms: Using a spoon, fill each mushroom cap generously with the prepared stuffing mixture, mounding it slightly. Optionally, sprinkle extra Parmesan on top for added flavor and browning.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the stuffing is golden brown and bubbly, and the mushrooms are tender.
Notes
- For best results, clean mushrooms gently using a damp cloth or soft brush instead of rinsing directly under water to avoid sogginess.
- You can substitute plain breadcrumbs with panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
- Feel free to add cooked crumbled bacon or sausage into the stuffing for a non-vegetarian version.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or a side dish.
- Leftover stuffed mushrooms can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.
Keywords: stuffed mushrooms, baby Bella mushrooms, baked appetizer, vegetarian, cream cheese stuffing, easy party food
