Description
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines the delicate flavors of crab meat with creamy cheese and savory seasonings. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home, these bite-sized delights are easy to prepare and bake. With a rich filling of cream cheese, Parmesan, and fresh herbs nestled in tender mushroom caps, they are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Impress your guests with this elegant dish that can be customized to suit any palate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 medium button or cremini mushrooms
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (fresh or panko)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup green onions
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (finely chopped)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Clean the mushrooms and arrange them cap side down on a baking sheet, lightly sprayed with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, Parmesan cheese, crab meat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Generously stuff each mushroom cap with approximately 1.5 tablespoons of filling.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown; broil for the last minute if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Choose medium mushrooms for the best results. Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. Customize by adding your favorite herbs or spices.