Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms
Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms! Combining the earthy flavor of perfectly roasted mushroom caps with all the classic pizza toppings you love, this recipe is a bite-sized crowd-pleaser. Each mushroom is filled with zesty pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and a savory slice of pepperoni, then topped with Parmesan and fragrant Italian seasoning for a burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low-carb, party-perfect appetizer is easy to make and ideal for game days, gatherings, or a fun twist on pizza night. Serve them warm, garnished with fresh basil for a beautiful and flavorful finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large button mushrooms (or cremini mushrooms)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.33 cup pizza sauce
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 pieces pepperoni slices (mini or standard cut into quarters)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 6 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Clean the mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp cloth or paper towel. Remove the stems and set them aside (you can chop and save them for another recipe if desired).
Place the mushroom caps upside down (hollow side up) on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
In a small skillet over medium heat, heat the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce into each mushroom cap, spreading it evenly.
Top the sauce with a generous pinch of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Place a small piece of pepperoni (or a mini pepperoni) on top of the cheese in each mushroom cap.
Sprinkle each mushroom with Parmesan cheese and a small pinch of Italian seasoning.
Bake the stuffed mushrooms in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the mushrooms from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.7 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2513 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 583 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1219 mg | 26% | |
*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.
