Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a sumptuous appetizer that combines the earthy flavor of tender mushrooms with a rich and creamy crab filling. Baked to golden perfection, these bite-sized delights are perfect for any gathering, sure to impress guests and leave them craving more. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow instructions, you can serve up an irresistible dish that showcases your culinary skills without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large white mushrooms
- 8 oz lump crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove stems from the mushrooms and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, Parmesan, lemon juice, and parsley until well mixed.
- Generously stuff each mushroom cap with the crab filling.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with additional parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed mushroom (approximately 35g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Sauté garlic before adding it to the filling for enhanced flavor. For variations, substitute crab with shrimp or mix in spinach for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.