Deliciously Creepy Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs for Your Table
Discover the irresistible Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs, a spooky and creamy treat perfect for gatherings and Halloween!
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Mushroom Caps
- 16 large white or cremini mushrooms Choose firm, fresh mushrooms for the best texture.
For the Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup cooked sausage or crumbled bacon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Eyeball Effect
- 16 small olives pitted, for 'pupils'
For Baking
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems, finely chopping them.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped mushroom stems, cream cheese, sausage or bacon, parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Stuff each mushroom cap with the filling, pressing down slightly.
- Place the stuffed mushrooms on a greased baking sheet.
- Press a small olive into the center of each stuffed mushroom cap.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until tender and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Arrange on a platter.
Notes
These mushroom eyeballs can be customized with different fillings and are perfect for Halloween parties!
Nutrition
Serving: 1eyeballCalories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 160mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg
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