🦀🍄 Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Elevate your appetizer game with these Crab Stuffed Mushrooms — bite-sized, creamy, and packed with rich crab flavor. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a fancy appetizer at home, these mushrooms are simple to make but look and taste like a gourmet dish.

The combination of tender mushrooms, creamy cheese, and savory crab creates a melt-in-your-mouth filling. Add a touch of herbs and spices to customize the flavor, and you’ll have a crowd-pleasing starter in no time.

🛒 Ingredients

20 large white button mushrooms, stems removed
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup cooked crab meat, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons melted butter

🔥 7 Directions — Step-by-Step

1️⃣ Prep the Mushrooms

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Set the caps aside and finely chop the stems for the filling.

2️⃣ Make the Crab Filling

In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped crab meat, minced mushroom stems, garlic, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, Old Bay seasoning (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly incorporated.

3️⃣ Fill the Mushrooms

Spoon the crab mixture into each mushroom cap generously. Press lightly to secure, creating a little mound on top.

4️⃣ Arrange in Baking Dish

Place the stuffed mushrooms in a greased baking dish in a single layer. Drizzle the tops with melted butter to encourage browning and extra richness.

5️⃣ Bake Until Golden

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and the mushrooms are tender.

6️⃣ Optional Broil for Extra Color

For a crispier, golden-brown top, switch the oven to broil for the last 2–3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

7️⃣ Serve & Garnish

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with additional chopped parsley or a light sprinkle of Parmesan. Serve warm as an elegant appetizer or party finger food.