Description
Savory mushroom caps filled with a creamy crab mixture—an elegant and delicious appetizer perfect for parties or special occasions. This baked appetizer combines tender mushrooms with rich crab meat, cream cheese, and flavorful herbs, making it a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Mushrooms
- 16 large mushrooms (stems removed)
Filling
- 1 cup crab meat (cooked)
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Finishing
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the stuffed mushrooms.
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean the mushrooms thoroughly, gently wiping them with a damp cloth or rinsing briefly. Remove the stems carefully to create space for the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked crab meat, softened cream cheese, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined into a creamy consistency.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Spoon the crab mixture evenly into each mushroom cap, pressing gently to fill without overstuffing.
- Arrange and Drizzle: Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking tray in a single layer. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the top to help with browning and add flavor.
- Bake: Bake the mushrooms in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the mushrooms are tender.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve immediately, optionally adding a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
Notes
- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving to enhance the taste.
- Breadcrumbs help bind the filling but can be omitted for a low-carb variation by adding more cream cheese.
- Ensure mushrooms are dry before stuffing to prevent sogginess.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
