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Crispy Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe Easy Cream Cheese Appetizer

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring fresh mushrooms stuffed with a creamy, savory cream cheese filling and cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer.

Ingredients

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  • 16 medium-sized fresh button or cremini mushrooms, stems removed
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup (30 grams) breadcrumbs (optional, use gluten-free if needed)

Instructions

  1. Gently wipe mushrooms with a damp paper towel to clean. Remove stems carefully and set caps aside. (Stems can be chopped finely and added to the filling if you like.)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
  3. Optional: Pulse mushroom stems in a food processor until finely chopped, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Using a spoon or small scoop, fill each mushroom cap generously with the cream cheese mixture without packing too tightly.
  5. Lightly brush the outside of each mushroom cap with olive oil.
  6. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes. Place mushrooms in the basket in a single layer, stuffing side up.
  7. Cook for 8-10 minutes, checking halfway to avoid overcrowding. The mushrooms should be tender and the filling golden and slightly bubbly.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle additional Parmesan or breadcrumbs on top during the last 2 minutes of cooking for extra crunch.
  9. Let mushrooms cool for a minute before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure proper crisping. Use softened cream cheese for smooth filling. Wipe mushrooms clean instead of rinsing to avoid excess moisture. If you don’t have an air fryer, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes but expect less crispiness. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes to regain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

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