Stuffed Mushroom Bombs: Budget-Friendly & Flavorful Party Bites
Forget fancy hors d'oeuvres that cost an arm and a leg! These stuffed mushroom bombs are packed with flavor, easy on the wallet, and perfect for impressing your peeps without breaking a sweat. Whether you're a kitchen rockstar or a cooking newbie, this guide will have you whipping up awesome bites in no time.
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 12 button mushrooms large would be better
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 8oz cream cheese room temp
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pad butter
- salt and pepper
- garlic powder
- lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, set the middle rack. Rinse and pat dry mushrooms. 2 Remove stems and place in separate bowl. Place mushrooms on an oiled or non-stick cooking sheet. Fill each mushroom with a little lemon juice for a little tang.3 Chop mushroom stems and onion, set aside to be used for filling. In a medium to hot heat pan, add oil and butter. As soon as oil starts to sizzle add chopped mushroom stems and diced onion. 4 Season with garlic, salt and pepper, garlic. Sautee till translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.5 To pan, add softened cream cheese, break it down with a wooden spoon, and combine till mixture is uniform.6 Mix in panko breadcrumbs till all are combined. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Use a spoon to fill in each mushroom. when mushrooms are filled, top with parmesan or favorite shredded cheese. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly brown on top and mushrooms look darker and wrinkled.7 Remove from oven and add chopped parsley or more cheese for garnish.