Description
Succulent crab stuffed mushrooms bring coastal elegance to your appetizer spread, delivering rich seafood flavor in one irresistible bite. Packed with creamy herbs and delicate crab meat, these bite-sized delights will charm guests at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood Ingredients:
- 8 oz crab meat
- 1/2 lb large mushrooms
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning and Aromatic Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light coating of olive oil.
- Carefully clean mushrooms, removing stems and creating a hollow cavity for stuffing, ensuring they remain intact.
- Finely mince garlic and chop fresh parsley, then combine with softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Fold in crab meat, sour cream, mozzarella cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper, creating a smooth and well-integrated filling.
- Gently incorporate breadcrumbs into the mixture, which will help bind the ingredients and provide a subtle textural contrast.
- Using a small spoon, generously fill each mushroom cap with the crab mixture, mounding slightly above the rim.
- Sprinkle paprika over the stuffed mushrooms for added color and a mild, smoky flavor enhancement.
- Drizzle olive oil across the mushrooms to promote even browning and prevent drying.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden and slightly crispy.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow filling to set and cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley for a bright, fresh presentation.
Notes
- Choose smaller mushroom caps for bite-sized appetizers that are perfect for parties and easy to eat.
- Use fresh lump crab meat for the most delicate and authentic flavor, avoiding canned alternatives when possible.
- Keep the cream cheese at room temperature to ensure smooth and easy mixing of the stuffing ingredients.
- For a gluten-free version, swap breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds to maintain the binding texture.
- Pat crab meat dry before mixing to prevent excess moisture from making the filling soggy.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar or gruyère for unique flavor profiles.
- Opt for baby bella or cremini mushrooms as they have a meatier texture and more robust flavor compared to white button mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg