Description
These Christmas Stuffed Mushrooms are a festive and savory appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Fresh mushrooms are filled with a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, and olive oil, then baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a delicious bite-sized treat that will impress your guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Stuffing
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the mushrooms evenly.
- Clean the mushrooms: Gently wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp cloth to remove any dirt without soaking them.
- Prepare the mushroom stems: Remove the stems from the mushroom caps and finely chop the stems for the stuffing mixture.
- Make the stuffing: In a mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped mushroom stems, minced garlic, chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Stuff the mushrooms: Fill each mushroom cap with the prepared stuffing mixture, pressing gently to pack the filling securely inside.
- Arrange for baking: Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly to cook thoroughly.
- Bake: Bake the mushrooms in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they become tender and the stuffed topping turns a beautiful golden brown.
- Cool slightly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the stuffed mushrooms to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the Christmas Stuffed Mushrooms warm as a delightful holiday appetizer, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free bread crumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For extra flavor, add some finely chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the stuffing.
- Make sure not to wash the mushrooms under running water as they can absorb moisture and become soggy.
- If desired, sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese on top before baking for a cheesier crust.
- These can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving to save time during holiday entertaining.
