Golden brown and savory Italian stuffed mushrooms are an easy recipe with delicious flavor! Delectable, creamy, and a little bit spicy these mushrooms are mouthwatering and loaded with flavor! Stuffed mushrooms can be used as an appetizer or main course!
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These Italian Stuffed Mushrooms are simply the BEST! It's an easy recipe, that's perfect for the busy holiday season, and great for game day or special occasions!
These yummy stuffed mushrooms are made of budget-friendly ingredients; it's a great appetizer!
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- Large mushrooms - use can use baby Bella mushrooms, white button mushrooms, or even a large portobello mushroom if you'd prefer to make this a main dish.
- Hot or mild Italian Sausage, use your preference.
- Breadcrumbs - Panko or Italian bread crumbs. I prefer Panko for this recipe.
- Parmesan cheese and cream cheese.
Baked Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
Ingredients
- 24 large mushrooms stems removed and reserved
- 1 lb. mild Italian sausage
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 stalk celery diced
- 2 cloves garlic diced
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs or ground pork rinds
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese grated (reserve 1 tablespoon)
- 1 oz. cream cheese
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel.
- Chop the mushroom stems, dice the onions and celery. In a large skillet over medium heat add the olive oil. When hot add the chopped mushroom stems, onions, celery. Season with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 4 minutes until the vegetables just start to soften.
- Add the garlic & saute until it becomes fragrant about 30 seconds, remove from heat. Allow to cool.
- Combine pork, bread crumbs and cheeses. Add the sauteed vegetables, bread crumbs and egg. Mix by hand until just combined.
- Stuff mushrooms and set in an oven proof dish or baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of the mushrooms with a good pinch of the Parmesan cheese. Bake in the oven uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven. Set temperature to broil and insert under the broiler. Broil until the tops turns golden brown - about 4-5 minutes depending upon your oven.
- Optional - garnish with fresh parsley. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make gluten-free by using gluten free bread crumbs.
- Enjoy vegetarian stuffed mushrooms by omitting the sausage. Substitute with chick peas or add some quinoa - delicious!
- For a kick of heat, use hot Italian sausage instead of mild and consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper.
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Step-by-step instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Preheat the oven.
- Clean mushrooms. Remove the stems of the mushrooms and chop, dice the onions and celery.
- In a large sauté pan, add the mushrooms, onions, celery and cook until soft. Season with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, remove from heat. Allow to cool.
- Combine pork, bread crumbs and cheeses. Add the sauteed vegetables, bread crumbs and egg. Mix until just combined.
- Stuff mushrooms and place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the top of the mushrooms with a pinch of Parmesan cheese. Bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, place under the broiler 4-5 minutes until the tops of the stuffing turns golden brown.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
This really depends on the size of the finger food you desire. I’ve used large mushrooms, but feel free to use smaller mushrooms, too. Any mushroom, such as white mushrooms or cremini mushrooms, will provide a decent hollowed center after cleaning and will be great!
Yes, you can! Once the stuffing ingredients have been cooked and mixed together, store your stuffing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
If you intend to make vegan stuffed mushrooms or just prefer to stay clear of egg in your food, consider using a different binding ingredient such as flaxseed. One “flax egg” can be made by mixing 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal with 3 tablespoons of water. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes before adding it to the stuffing mixture.
Variations
- Stuffed mushrooms can be made gluten-free by using gluten free bread crumbs.
- Make vegetarian stuffed mushrooms by omitting the sausage. Substitute with mashed chick peas, that would be terrific! You can increase the other ingredients to compensate for the sausage or add some quinoa as well.
- For a slight kick of heat, use hot Italian sausage instead of mild and add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
Deb’s tips for the perfect dish
Using a small cookie scoop to fill the mushrooms is an easy way to fill them and ensure they are all about the same size. This will help them cook evenly.
- Make sure that the cream cheese is softened prior to use. This will ensure an easy incorporation with the other filling ingredients.
- It’s worth lining your baking dish with parchment paper and spraying that with some cooking oil to prevent them from sticking to the dish while baking.
Storage
Refrigerate - Baked stuffed mushrooms can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezer - You can however freeze leftover stuffing. Wrap it well in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container and freeze up to three months.
Reheat - These are best reheated in the oven. Preheat the oven for 350 degrees, bake for 15-20 minutes until hot.
Related recipes
If you're looking for more appetizers, check out;
- Asian Pork Meatballs, they are easy to make and great finger food!
- Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese - only four ingredients and delicious!
- Love meatballs? Be sure to try the Grape Jelly Meatballs. Made in the crockpot, it's an easy recipe. Great party food!
Recipe backstory
I'm sharing this recipe with my Mom in mind. Mom loves mushrooms. Sautéed, stuffed, mushroom soup or in a salad - doesn't matter, I think mushrooms are her very favorite food!
Mom is also my best friend - we giggle and laugh, collaborate and commiserate. She has been strength when I need it and tough when it's time to dry those tears and move forward. Family is everything, don't you agree?
I am SO LUCKY to have both of my folks in my life and have such a great relationship with them! I don't know what I'd do without them. They proof every blog before it goes out.
Each time they find something. Even when I'm sure I've went over it six times with a fine-tooth comb. They still call me and say "Debbie I found something that needs correcting..."
These are terrific guys! And I make them all the time. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do! Leave a comment below, I'd appreciate hearing your feedback!
Catht says
How much is 1 Oz of cream cheese?
Debra Clark says
Each brick of cream cheese is 8 ounces. Just eyeball it and remove one eigth of the brick.
Camden says
Mushrooms are one of my favorite foods too! These stuffed mushrooms look so incredible too, I believe they'll be a new weekly staple in my kitchen for the foreseeable future. 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
Oh yes! And they are perfect party appetizers too, this recipe makes a good amount!!
Debbie says
These stuffed mushrooms are the best! I love all the spices and seasonings in the stuffing.
Kristen says
The part about both of your parents proofreading each blog post and calling you if they find a mistake made me tear up! It is so sweet that they care so much about you and your work!
I have ALWAYS wanted to try making stuffed mushrooms for Christmas or New Year's Eve, but it seems so intimidating! I might give your recipe a try, though! Merry Christmas to you and your parents!
Bowl Me Over says
Thank you so much Kristen!! Merry Christmas to you and Lexi as well! Have a wonderful holiday season!!
Alyssa says
My in-laws love stuffed mushrooms. This will be a perfect dinner for their next visit! Can't wait to make it for them!
Brittany says
I love stuffed mushrooms! I always order them when we're eating eating out but have never made them myself. I can't wait to try your recipe!
Debra says
So you don't cook the sausage before adding the other ingredients?
Bowl Me Over says
That's correct Debra, you do not cook the sausage first, it bakes in the oven with the mushrooms. Enjoy the recipe!
Jamie l WINTER says
Would you know the nutritional specs if I use Pork Rinds?
Bowl Me Over says
Hey Jamie - I just checked and are you looking for the carbs? The pork rinds reduces the carbs to 2/serving. I think that would be a great substitute for the bread crumbs.
Belgian Foodie says
These stuffed mushrooms look absolutely scrumptious! A great recipe for appetizers!
Bowl Me Over says
We also just made them for dinner!! I'm such a fan of mushrooms!!
Bonnie says
I will be definitely be serving the stuffed mushrooms at our super bowl party. Finally something different and sounds delicious. Thank you so much!
Debra Clark says
Thanks Bonnie! I hope you really enjoyed the stuffed mushrooms recipe!!!
Natalie Tamara | TheTofuDiaries says
I absolutely adore mushrooms too so these look like a dream for me. Stuffed mushrooms are such a great, versatile option, yum! I hope your mum got to taste test them too 😉
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Natalie, my folks will get to enjoy them in a few short weeks when they visit - they have their order already in! 😀
Julia @ HappyFoods Tube says
I've been planning on making stuffed mushrooms for like ever! Thanks for reminding me! I agree with you family is everything!
Bowl Me Over says
Great, this recipe is for you Julia (well and my Mom 🙂 i hope you really enjoy them!!
Just Jo says
I genuinely love the look of these mushrooms and will absolutely give them a go. Such a lovely post about your folks - I too have a great relationship with my Dad and Step Mum and can't imagine not having them in my life.
Bowl Me Over says
That is wonderful to hear Jo, family is the best, thank you very much! Enjoy the mushrooms, I know you really will!
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says
I am going to have to make this for me and the kids. I adore mushrooms and this recipe looks right up my street
Bowl Me Over says
Wonderful, please stop back and let me know what you think - this recipe is one of our favorites!
Lynn | The Road to Honey says
Well, well, well Debra. These sure do look fantastic. And I must admit that I share the same love with mushrooms that your mom does. . .especially when they are stuffed with all kinds of tasty ingredients such as sausage and parmesan cheese.
Bowl Me Over says
Mushrooms are just the best huh Lynn? So yummy - you and Mom have great taste!!!
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says
I'm not sure why I never think to make stuffed mushrooms! These look delicious.. I want some right now!
Bowl Me Over says
Then I need to get busy and make another batch! 🙂 Thanks Sarah - I hope you give them a try!!
Michelle Turner says
They look delish. And Lois IS the best Mom. Lucky all of you.
Bowl Me Over says
Thank you Michelle - you're right in that same category as Mom extraordinaire, I'm sure Kristen would agree!
Liza says
These Mushrooms look DELICIOUS! I always wanted to make some Stuffed Mushrooms and it's been also sort of intimidating... I mean... Can I actually do them right? As always your wonderful tips make things sound SO doable! And your mom is beautiful! And yes, family IS everything! 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
You can totally make them Liza! AND customize them too - I love stuffed mushrooms and I'm working on a new recipe also! 😀 Thank you for the wonderful compliment - family is everything, yes!!!
Lia Sealund says
Such a great post - I love your relationship with your mom! I have had the pleasure of eating your stuffed mushrooms and have never forgotten how good they were so I'm happy to get your recipe to try making them myself. Thank you!! (PS Also trying that Mushroom Burger for sure!). {Hugs}
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Lia, Mom is just the best! Such a wonderful woman, my goal is to be like her when I grow up! 😀 And you're going to love BOTH of those recipes, the mushroom burger is fabulous also!!
Lois says
Yes I am looking forward to them. They are soooo Gooooood.
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Mom, it will be great to spend some time together! We are really looking forward to your visit!!