“Made these for Christmas Eve dinner and they were a big hit. Even my 3 yr old Granddaughter ate them and asked for more.”
Savory Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
These elegant crab-stuffed mushrooms make for an impressive and flavorful appetizer, ideal for gatherings or special occasions. Juicy mushroom caps are loaded with a savory crab filling accented by Parmesan, herbs, and just the right amount of zest. Baked until golden, they’re irresistible from the first bite.
Ingredients (Makes 24 stuffed mushrooms)
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Large brown mushrooms | 24 |
| Crabmeat | ¾ lb |
| Fresh lemon juice | 2 tbsp |
| Panko breadcrumbs | ½ cup |
| Unsalted butter, melted | ½ cup |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | ½ cup |
| Dijon mustard | 3 tsp |
| Horseradish | 2 tsp |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Onion powder | ½ tsp |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | 2 tbsp |
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 13×8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or a bit of butter.
2️⃣ Prep the Mushrooms
Gently wipe mushrooms clean. Carefully twist off and remove the stems from each cap. If you’d like, finely chop the stems and set them aside to include in the filling—or discard.
3️⃣ Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, add the crabmeat and drizzle with lemon juice. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs.
4️⃣ Add Remaining Ingredients
Pour in the melted butter, then mix in about half the Parmesan (¼ cup), Dijon mustard, horseradish, garlic powder, and onion powder. Combine until the mixture is well blended.
5️⃣ Stuff the Mushrooms
Fill each mushroom cap generously with the crab mixture. A small cookie scoop or spoon works great for this step.
6️⃣ Top & Arrange
Place the filled mushroom caps in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese evenly over the tops.
7️⃣ Bake to Perfection
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are soft and the tops are golden and bubbly.
8️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve warm and enjoy every bite.
