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Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms — Irresistibly Savory Appetizers
If you’re looking for an appetizer that’s simple to make but bold in flavor, these Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms are exactly the recipe to pull out for your next gathering — or even just a cozy night at home. Fresh mushroom caps are generously filled with a rich, savory blend of browned Italian sausage, creamy cheese, and aromatic seasonings, then baked until tender and golden.
These bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, game day snacks, or even as a tasty side dish alongside a fresh salad or grilled entrée. Best of all, you can prepare them ahead of time and bake them when you’re ready — making entertaining effortless. Store your prepped mushrooms loosely covered in the fridge until ready to cook. You may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Packed with flavor: The combination of seasoned sausage and smooth cream cheese creates a rich and satisfying filling.
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Perfect for gatherings: These bite-sized mushrooms are easy for guests to enjoy and boast impressive presentation with minimal effort.
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Versatile and customizable: Swap in spicy sausage, add fresh herbs, or sprinkle extra cheese on top for your own twist. For a smoky flavor, these mushrooms can be cooked on a smoker instead of in the oven for 1-2 hours.
How to Make Them
1. Prep the Mushrooms
Start by wiping your mushrooms clean with a damp cloth. Pop out the stems and save them — you’ll chop those up and add them to the filling mixture. Arrange the hollowed-out caps on a baking sheet.
2. Brown the Sausage
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage until no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks. Reduce the heat and add the chopped mushroom stems, diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
3. Add the Creaminess
Drain any excess grease, then stir in the softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan until everything is melted together into a rich, creamy filling.
4. Stuff and Bake
Spoon the sausage mixture into each mushroom cap and top with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan. Bake in a 400°F oven for about 20–30 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are beautifully golden.
Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients
- 2 lbs large mushrooms, (stems removed and finely chopped)
- 1 16 oz package sweet Italian sausage
- ¼ cup onion, finely diced
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°. Oil a shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or oil.
- Remove the stems from the mushrooms and chop the stems finely. Arrange mushroom caps on the prepared baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium/high heat, cook sausage until no longer pink, breaking up into crumbles.
- Reduce heat to medium/low, push sausage to the side, and add the chopped mushroom stems, onion, and garlic. Cook for 3-5 minutes until vegetables become tender. Mix sausage and vegetables together. Drain off any excess grease. Add cream cheese and Parmesan cheese; cook and stir until melted.
- Fill the mushroom caps with the sausage mixture, and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top. Bake uncovered in the center of the oven for 20-30 minutes or until mushrooms are softened and the topping is golden brown. Broil for the last minute if you want a crispier topping.
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