Delicious Mushrooms Stuffed with Mozzarella: A Cheesy Stuffed Delight

Mushrooms stuffed with mozzarella are just a marriage of heaven, as barely would any allow it to pass by. The following recipe puts this combination just on the very next level by stuffing mushrooms with a tangy mix of cheese, herbs, and spices.

You could be throwing a party or just wanting something delicious to add to their dinner menu. These mushrooms are stuffed and ready to go if that cheese craving is seriously kicking in. This perfect appetizer, mushrooms stuffed with mozzarella, can be readied in 35 minutes. Stuffed with cheese, herbs, and spices, garlic, cream cheese, etc. for a quick, delicious treat.

The crunchy outer layer opens into an extremely velvety and packed flavorful filling that guests will ask for over and over again. This dish can also go well with the majority of courses, hence making it very welcome in any meal.

Benefits of Mushrooms

Mushrooms not only satisfy the taste buds but also come power-packed with nutritional benefits. Hence it is an intelligent choice for health-oriented people. They have been part of various cuisines in almost every culture for thousands of years because of their unique flavors and textures.

In recent times, scientific research has explained many of the ways mushrooms can be included in a diet that is both round and healthy in general. Mushrooms have a host of nutritional and health values that help with various health benefits.

Everything from boosting immune function to being a source of essential nutrients, it is a great condiment. Below are some of the mentionable health benefits of Mushrooms.

• Rich in Antioxidants: Mushrooms are rich in a great number of antioxidants. These help the body protect itself from free radicals. Conclusively, these may help lower inflammation and support overall health.
• Good Source of Fiber: The high fiber content in mushrooms regulates your gut health and lets you feel satisfied for longer. Hence, this would make the best choice for those who are concerned about weight management and a healthy gut.
• Low in Calories: Mushrooms have a high water composition, and are low in calories. Hence it is fitting to be taken by those on the watch of gaining weight. They give a fullness effect to the body and add flavor to many dishes without adding too many calories.
• Contain Essential Vitamins and Minerals: Mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins, selenium, and potassium. These help in all integral parts of body functions. They help in energy metabolism and maintaining healthy blood pressure.
• Boost the Immune System: Some of the compounds found in mushrooms have the potential to make the immune system more active and strong. Hence, eating mushrooms on a regular basis may help your body defend against disease and infections.

What to Have It with?

These mushrooms turn out great with mozzarella for parties as an appetizer. They are great as a side dish to any kind of grilled meat. You can also add these stuffed mushrooms to a vegetarian meal for a boost of nutrients and proteins.

Cheese stuffed mushrooms go well during movie nights or when casually bringing people together. You can serve food with the stuffed mushrooms, like steak, chicken, or even fish and these will give an extra kick to any meal, any time of the day.

How to Make Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms

Equipment

• Baking Sheet
• Mixing Bowl
• Spoon for Stuffing
• Knife for Chopping

Ingredients

• 24 Medium-Sized Mushrooms: This is the main star of the dish. Mushrooms provide an earthy flavor and meaty texture to the recipe. You should go for firm, fresh mushrooms for the best results.

You can remove the stem from the mushrooms before filling them up. The stems can be used later along with the cheese filling.

• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese: The mild, creamy texture of the Mozzarella cheese has the best chemistry with mushrooms. It melts smoothly and creates a gooey and creamy filling, along with a hint of saltiness.

You can shred it yourself or grate using a cheese grater. It is better to grate the cheese yourself, as readymade shredded/grated cheese from stores contain more preservatives.

• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese: A mix of parmesan with mozzarella will make the mushroom taste much better in texture. It adds a sharp, salty flavor to the dish that complements the mild mozzarella and enhances the overall taste of the appetizer.

In this case too, you can grate the parmesan cheese yourself during the preparation time of the recipe with a cheese grater.

• 4 oz Cream Cheese: Using cream cheese, you can infuse a rich, creamy base for the filling, The cream cheese helps to bind the ingredients together.

You can soften the cream cheese by beating it until it reaches a smooth consistency. Make sure the cheese is whisked properly or you will get a mushy cheese filling.

• 2 cloves Garlic: Garlic produces a pungent, romantic flavor that pairs well with the mushrooms and cheese. You can mince the garlic before getting on with the recipe. Remember not to add too much garlic or it will overpower the whole taste.
• 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley: Parsley is a good source of a fresh aroma and it will give a pop of color to the dish. You are to finely chop the parsley to get the most out of it. But you can also keep larger pieces if you want.
• Salt to Taste: Salt is of course needed to pack all the flavors of all the ingredients. You can use kosher or sea salt for the best taste. Kosher salt has a coarse texture that will enhance the taste of your dish.
• Black Pepper to Taste: Black pepper will give the mushrooms a subtle depth of flavor. Freshly ground pepper works best for a boldness in the aftertaste. Also, it’s more hygienic!
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil: You can use olive oil to brush the mushroom caps. It adds flavor and helps them get crispy after the baking.

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven before Baking

To get the right temperature while cooking, you need to preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius. This step makes the cooking easier and your mushrooms will be baked properly along with the cheese filling.

Step 2: Ready the Mushrooms

After preparing the baking environment, get started with preparing the mushrooms. Clean the mushrooms and remove stems from them. Chop the stems finely using a knife and a cutting board. Keep the mushrooms separately and set aside the stems for further use.

Step 3: Make the Filling

Following with the mushroom preparation, make the filling with the needed ingredients. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the previously shredded mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, chopped stems, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix together well until they are fully combined and smooth in texture.

Step 4: Stuff the Mushrooms

Now that your fillings are ready, prepare to stuff them inside the mushrooms. Brush mushroom caps with olive oil and stuff the cheese mixture inside with a spoon.

Step 5: Prepare to Bake

Your mushrooms are ready to bake. After filling them up, arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet. Bake the mushrooms for 20 minutes until they get tender and golden brown.

Step 6: Finish and Serve

Let the mushrooms cool down after baking. Keep them at rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional chopped parsley, serve, and enjoy!

Extra Items to Enhance the Flavor

• Rosemary: Rosemary will enhance the Italian flavor of your mushroom delight. The savory aroma will make it tastier.
• Cherry tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes can be used to top the mushroom caps after filling them with the cheese mixture. You will get an additional sweet and tangy flavor with the dish.
• Wine:
• Basil: Basil is also an aroma inducer that goes really well with the savory taste. You may use both dried basil or freshly chopped basil along with the filling inside.
• Onions: To get a toasty flavor, you can caramelize onions and add to the cheese filling. It is a common method that can level up your mushroom snack.
• Onion Powder: You can add onion powder to the cheese filling for an additional oniony taste.
• Garlic Powder: Instead of adding minced garlic, you can add the garlic powder. If you like the garlicky taste but don’t want solid garlic pieces, you can add the powdered form as an alternative.

Alternate Recipe: Mushrooms Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese

For a different variation, you can also try spinach and cheese stuffed mushroom recipe. It is very similar to the original recipe but with a hint of spinach to the cheese filling. You will get an additional savory kick from the spinach.

Ingredients

• 24 Medium Sized, Stem Removed Mushrooms
• 1 cup Fresh Chopped Spinach
• ½ cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 2 oz Softened Cream Cheese
• 2 cloves Minced Garlic
• Salt and Pepper to Taste

Additional Directions

This recipe is very similar to the main recipe. You just need one additional step to include there. While making the cheese mixture, add the chopped spinach to the mix. Mix them together well until they are evenly combined.

Final Notes

You can also make the cheese filling by caramelizing the onions with mushroom stems. Take a large skillet and stir in the onions in olive oil. Add the mushroom stems, garlic, parsley, and other spices\ for the filling and mix together well. Simmer for about 10 minutes.

After that, add all the cheese and mix until smooth. When all the cheese melted, take the pan out of the heat and let it cook down for 5 minutes.

You can then fill the mushroom caps with the fillings and continue to bake as mentioned in the recipe.

Nutritional Information

Here is the nutritional information for the basic recipe of mozzarella filled mushrooms. The amounts mentioned are for per serving of this appetizer.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms

Delicious Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms, a cheesy and flavorful appetizer perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 96 kcal

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Mixing Bowl
• Spoon for Stuffing
• Knife for Chopping

Ingredients

  

• 24 Medium-Sized Mushrooms
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 4 oz Cream Cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
• Salt to Taste
• Black Pepper to Taste
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil

Instructions

 

• To get the right temperature while cooking, you need to preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius. This step makes the cooking easier and your mushrooms will be baked properly along with the cheese filling.
• After preparing the baking environment, get started with preparing the mushrooms. Clean the mushrooms and remove stems from them. Chop the stems finely using a knife and a cutting board. Keep the mushrooms separately and set aside the stems for further use.
• Following with the mushroom preparation, make the filling with the needed ingredients. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the previously shredded mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, chopped stems, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix together well until they are fully combined and smooth in texture.
• Now that your fillings are ready, prepare to stuff them inside the mushrooms. Brush mushroom caps with olive oil and stuff the cheese mixture inside with a spoon.
• Your mushrooms are ready to bake. After filling them up, arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet. Bake the mushrooms for 20 minutes until they get tender and golden brown.
• Let the mushrooms cool down after baking. Keep them at rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional chopped parsley, serve, and enjoy!

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