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Baked Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese
Baked Stuffed Mushrooms make an easy and delicious snack for any holiday party or a side dish to any steak!
Baked Stuffed mushrooms make an easy and delicious side dish. Also, they’re naturally low in calories and a great source of vitamin D. This makes them the perfect appetizer. Stuff these little ‘shrooms onion, garlic, sour cream, and mushroom stems. They’re an easy and simple healthy appetizer!
Have you ever been mushroom picking? Foraging for mushrooms is a fun fall experience. Pile into the car and head to the forest (with someone who’s experienced, of course)!
The woods and fresh air, combined with freshly fallen rain make it feel like you’re in the mountains, far, far away from civilization. It’s a dreamy vibe if you like forests. If not, go to the produce section at your nearby grocery stores and try picking mushrooms in a convenient way.
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What to Do With Mushroom Caps?
Mushroom caps make the easiest, healthiest base to stuff any ingredients into. The kitchen and pantry hold so many options for easy stuffed mushrooms! You can use smaller mushrooms to make an appetizer. If you’d like to enjoy them as a main meal, you can use one of the larger kind of mushrooms.
Roast this savory appetizer in a 350-degree oven to absolute perfection. I don’t suggest making them in advance, but you can bake them quickly in the oven for just 20 minutes. If you like to use your air fryer, check out the Recipe FAQs section for instructions. This easy recipe makes the best-stuffed mushrooms.
Lil ‘shrooms are so cute and easy to make dishes with. Their round caps provide the perfect base to any topping options. I crafted them into little appetizers that my guests loved. The garlic flavors and creamy consistency will make them fly off your tables, too.
Spice up your next party with a delicious new appetizer that everyone will love. Whether it’s game night or not, everyone will always enjoy them.
Key Ingredients
Mushrooms: You can use any sort of mushrooms that you like. I use white mushrooms or cremini mushrooms. Use a damp paper towel to gently clean each mushroom with care. Some people like to discard stems from mushrooms, but we put them to use in this recipe.
Onion: Yellow onion.
Olive oil: Or any oil you usually use.
Cheese: Mozzarella cheese or sharp cheddar work best, or a mix of both.
Sour Cream: To make it creamy.
Garlic: Brings out more flavor and has numerous health benefits.
And just a pinch of salt to season.
How to make Baked Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese
Step 1: Prepare
Preheat the oven to 350F.
Step 2: Remove the stems
Take the stems off each mushroom. Chop the stems and add to a medium bowl.
Step 3: Sauté onions
Add olive oil and chopped onion into a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Sauté until the onions are clear.
Step 4: Combine the filling ingredients
Combine the onion, mushroom stems, garlic, and cheese with sour cream and a pinch of salt.
Step 5: Stuff each mushroom cap
Using a small spoon, stuff each mushroom cap with the onion mix.
Step 6: Bake
Place each mushroom on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
Step 7: Garnish
You may garnish with fresh chopped dill. (optional).
Expert Tips
- Wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth instead of washing them to prevent excess moisture.
- Choose similar size mushrooms to ensure uniform cooking, preventing smaller ones from overcooking or larger ones remaining undercooked.
- Feel free to experiment with fresh herbs like tarragon, chives, or marjoram for complementary flavors.
Recipe FAQs
Check for a golden-brown color on the mushrooms and ensure the filling is hot and bubbly.
Yes. Air fry the mushrooms at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 12-15 minutes. Use parchment paper or a cooking spray and check for doneness before enjoying.
Place cheese-stuffed mushrooms close together on the baking sheet to support each other and prevent tipping. Using a baking dish with raised edges helps the mushrooms to stand evenly overall.
Yes, assemble the mushrooms a few hours ahead and refrigerate; bake just before serving
Here are some more recipes for my favorite appetizers!
- A Classic Tomato and Cucumber Salad is my favorite go-to salad for a simple bowl of healthy ingredients!
- This Chunky and Easy Avocado Salsa is ideal to have with tortilla or pita chips.
- I like making a Roasted Asparagus Appetizer when I’m short on time!
Other mushroom recipes
Baked Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese
Equipment
- spatula
Ingredients
- 8 oz white mushrooms, or any that you like
- ½ yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 Tbsp sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Take the stems off each mushroom. Chop the stems and add to a medium bowl.8 oz white mushrooms,
- Add olive oil and chopped onion into a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Sauté until the onions are clear.1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, ½ yellow onion,
- Combine the onion, mushroom stems, garlic, and cheese with sour cream and a pinch of salt.8 oz white mushrooms,, ½ yellow onion,, ½ cup cheddar cheese,, 1 Tbsp sour cream, 2 cloves garlic,, 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- Using a small spoon, stuff each mushroom cap with the onion mix.
- Place each mushroom on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- You may garnish with fresh chopped dill. (optional).
