Description
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms with Parmesan and Bacon are the perfect bite-sized appetizer. Packed with creamy crab filling, savory bacon, and melted Parmesan cheese, these mushrooms deliver a rich, elegant flavor profile that’s easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a party or indulging in a special treat at home, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 strips bacon
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (finely minced)
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus 6 teaspoons for topping)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon seasoning salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 8 ounces ready-to-eat crab meat
- 2 cloves garlic (pressed or minced)
- 3 handfuls fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 12 baby portobello mushroom caps
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet, let it cool, and then crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.
- Sauté Spinach and Garlic: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then add the garlic and chopped spinach. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until the spinach is just wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ¼ cup shredded Parmesan, Old Bay seasoning, seasoning salt, onion powder, and minced parsley. Stir until smooth.
- Add Crab and Bacon: Gently fold in the crab meat, crumbled bacon, and sautéed spinach and garlic, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Stuff the Mushrooms: Brush the mushroom caps with the remaining olive oil and arrange them on the baking sheet. Spoon the crab mixture into each mushroom cap, packing it generously. Top each stuffed mushroom with a sprinkle of the reserved Parmesan cheese.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve: Garnish with extra parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For Best Results: Wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp cloth instead of rinsing to prevent excess moisture.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating Tip: Warm the mushrooms in the oven at 350°F (175°C) to maintain their crispy, bubbly texture.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the filling up to a day in advance and refrigerate it. Stuff and bake the mushrooms when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American