Crab Stuffed Mushrooms With Cream Cheese And Breadcrumbs
Do you want to impress your guests with a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer? Look no further than crab stuffed mushrooms with cream cheese and breadcrumbs. This dish is a crowd pleaser and can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 24 baby portobello mushrooms
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 cans of canned crab meat (6 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup of Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, canned crab meat, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Fill each mushroom cap with the crab mixture and place them on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips
Here are a few tips to make the best crab stuffed mushrooms:
- If you can't find baby portobello mushrooms, you can use regular white button mushrooms instead.
- Make sure to remove the stems from the mushrooms so that you have enough space to fill them with the crab mixture.
- If you want a spicier version, you can add more cayenne pepper or even some chopped jalapeños to the crab mixture.
- If you're not a fan of mayonnaise, you can substitute it with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- To make this dish ahead of time, you can prepare the mushroom caps and the crab mixture separately and then fill the mushrooms and bake them right before serving.
Conclusion
Crab stuffed mushrooms with cream cheese and breadcrumbs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a crowd-pleasing dish that is perfect for entertaining or just as a snack. So next time you're looking for a tasty appetizer, try making these crab stuffed mushrooms - you won't regret it.
