Description
Fun and delicious stuffed mushrooms that look spooky but taste amazing, perfect for Halloween parties.
Ingredients
- 20 small white button mushrooms, stems removed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 10 pitted black olives, sliced into rounds
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped parsley or basil (optional garnish)
- Olive oil spray (for baking)
Instructions
- Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems. Arrange the caps on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly spray them with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, mozzarella or Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Spoon or pipe the cheese mixture into the mushroom caps, creating small domes.
- Top each stuffed mushroom with a slice of black olive. Add a tiny dot of marinara sauce inside the olive to resemble an iris or pupil.
- Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil if you like, and enjoy them warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American