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Smoky Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

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These Smoky Stuffed Mushrooms are a savory appetizer featuring cremini mushrooms filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon, topped with breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or a flavorful snack, they combine smoky bacon flavors with cheesy richness and a delightful crunch.

Ingredients

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Mushrooms

  • 12 button or cremini (baby portobello) mushrooms

Bacon

  • 7 slices bacon

Vegetables

  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • Chopped mushroom stems (from the 12 mushrooms)

Dairy & Cheese

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 to 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2–3 tablespoons butter or reserved bacon drippings

Seasonings & Toppings

  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs, seasoned or plain

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mushrooms and Bacon: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Clean the mushrooms by wiping them gently and remove the stems carefully. Chop the stems and set aside. Cook 3 slices of bacon until limp and the remaining 4 slices until crisp. Transfer the cooked bacon onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving the bacon drippings for later use.
  2. Sauté Onion and Mushroom Stems: In the pan with the reserved bacon drippings, add the diced onion and chopped mushroom stems. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is soft and fragrant, which will take about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Mix Filling Ingredients: Chop the crispy bacon slices into small pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese with the crisp bacon pieces and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Stir everything together until well mixed.
  4. Add Cooked Vegetables and Seasoning: Incorporate the sautéed onion and mushroom stem mixture into the cream cheese mixture. Season with black pepper to taste and add the garlic powder. Stir well to combine all flavors evenly.
  5. Fill the Mushrooms: Lightly spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish or sheet pan with cooking spray. Fill each mushroom cap generously with the prepared cheese and bacon mixture, packing it in to hold as much filling as possible.
  6. Top with Bacon and Breadcrumbs: Cut each limp bacon slice into four small pieces so each mushroom can have one piece on top. Arrange a small piece on each stuffed mushroom. Sprinkle the bread crumbs evenly over the top of the bacon-covered mushrooms. Drizzle the mushrooms with the reserved bacon drippings or melted butter to add moisture and enhance browning.
  7. Bake: Place the stuffed mushrooms in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. The tops should be golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your smoky stuffed mushrooms warm!

Notes

  • You can substitute butter for bacon drippings if you prefer a milder smoky flavor.
  • Using seasoned bread crumbs adds additional flavor, but plain bread crumbs work well too.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • This recipe works well with cremini mushrooms as they are sturdy and flavorful.
  • If you want a lower fat version, you can use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheddar.
  • These stuffed mushrooms are best served fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven.

Keywords: smoky stuffed mushrooms, bacon stuffed mushrooms, baked mushrooms appetizer, cheesy stuffed mushrooms

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