Celebrate the season with these irresistible Holiday Mushrooms—an elegant, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for festive gatherings. These tender white button mushrooms are filled with a creamy, flavor-packed blend of cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, and fresh parsley, with a touch of crunch from Italian breadcrumbs. Gently baked to golden perfection, each bite delivers a savory mix of cheesy goodness and subtle heat from optional chili flakes. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe will impress your guests while leaving you stress-free. Serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a beautiful and delicious addition to your holiday spread.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove dirt, and gently remove the stems, setting them aside for the filling.
Finely chop the mushroom stems and set them aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and chopped mushroom stems. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked mushroom stems and garlic mixture with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, black pepper, and optional chili flakes. Stir until evenly mixed.
Using a small spoon, stuff each mushroom cap generously with the prepared filling, slightly mounding the top.
Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the mushrooms.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the mushrooms are tender.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Calories |
2146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 107.3 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.7 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 194 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2952 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.4 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.1 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.2 g | ||
| Protein | 180.0 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.6 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 1194 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 14082 mg | 300% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.