Stuffed Mushrooms with Cream Cheese
Stuffed Mushrooms with Cream Cheese are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer you need at your next get-together. They’re savory, creamy, and packed with herby goodness. Whether you’re hosting a party or just want a flavorful snack, these are always a hit.
We’ve been making these for years, and they never get old. There’s something nostalgic and cozy about warm stuffed mushrooms straight out of the oven. The cream cheese mixture is perfectly seasoned, and that parmesan on top? A golden, bubbly dream.
Love quick and easy appetizers? You might also like our Crab Stuffed Mushrooms, Pickle Poppers, or Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy: Just 10 minutes of prep time and simple steps.
- Crowd-pleaser: Everyone loves these creamy, savory bites.
- Make-ahead friendly: Prep them ahead and bake when ready.
- Deliciously versatile: You can change up the filling with your favorite herbs or mix-ins.
Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
For this recipe, we start with fresh mushrooms, which are the perfect little vessels for our creamy filling. The base is tangy cream cheese, seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs, and fresh chives for a pop of flavor. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top gives it that melty, golden crust we all love.
Variations
- Add bacon: Crumble cooked bacon into the filling for extra flavor.
- Go spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Try different cheeses: Swap parmesan for asiago or shredded mozzarella.
- Use different herbs: Fresh thyme or basil can add a different flavor profile.
Instructions
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Clean mushrooms and remove stems.
- Mix the cream cheese with herbs and seasonings.
- Fill mushroom caps with the mixture. Top with parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Expert Tips
- Use a spoon or piping bag to neatly fill the mushrooms.
- Don’t overbake, you want the mushrooms tender, not mushy.
- For easy cleanup, line your baking tray with parchment paper.
- Let the mushrooms cool slightly before serving so they hold their shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes! You can prep and fill the mushrooms, then refrigerate until ready to bake.
They’re best fresh, but you can freeze them before baking. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
White button or cremini mushrooms work best due to their shape and size.
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📖Recipe
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Stuffed Mushrooms with Cream Cheese
Equipment
- baking tray
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon
- Oven
Ingredients
- 8 ounces mushrooms
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel, removing all dirt and removing their stems.
- In a medium sized bowl, mix the cream cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, dill and chives and mix thoroughly.
- Use a spoon and fill the caps of each mushroom to the top.
- Place the mushroom on a baking tray and sprinkle the top with the parmesan cheese.
- Place the tray in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove and serve hot.
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
