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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Delicious Crab Stuffed Mushrooms for Impressive Entertaining

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a gluten-free, quick, and delicious appetizer that combines crab, spinach, and cream cheese for a crowd-pleasing bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 mushrooms
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Substitution: Neufchâtel cheese can reduce calories.
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Ensure to check for shells before use.
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can be used whole or chopped; cooking wilts it down.
  • 4 oz Bacon Can be omitted for a vegetarian version or replaced with turkey bacon.
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese Substitution: Pecorino Romano can be used for a sharper taste.
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Use a quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Substitution: Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh garlic.
  • 1 tsp Seasonings (Onion Powder, Seasoning Salt, Old Bay) Adjust according to taste preference.
For the Mushrooms
  • 12 pcs Fresh Mushrooms Use larger caps for a more substantial bite.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients and utensils.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, wilted spinach, sautéed garlic, crumbled bacon, onion powder, seasoning salt, and Old Bay.
  5. In another bowl, soften the cream cheese and mix with the crab mixture and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems, leaving space for stuffing.
  7. Spoon 1-1.5 tablespoons of filling into each mushroom cap and sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese.
  8. Place stuffed mushrooms on a lined baking sheet, brush tops with olive oil, and bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Allow the mushrooms to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mushroomCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Inspect crab meat for shells to ensure safety. Consider making the filling ahead of time and refrigerating it for up to 2-3 days. Use a damp cloth to clean mushrooms instead of washing them. Let baked mushrooms rest for 10 minutes after baking.

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