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Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs That Wow: Spooky, Savory & Easy

Spooky Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs are gluten-free appetizers that combine creamy filling and savory mushrooms, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 eyeballs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mushroom Caps
  • 12 large white or cremini mushrooms Choose fresh mushrooms for best flavor.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Opt for low-fat for a lighter twist.
  • 1 cup cooked sausage or crumbled bacon Consider vegetarian sausage for a meat-free option.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Mozzarella can also work well.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced, fresh garlic is more aromatic.
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley Chopped, can be omitted.
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 tsp black pepper Adjust according to preference.
For Decoration
  • 12 small olives Pitted, to resemble spooky pupils.
For Baking
  • 2 tbsp cooking spray or olive oil For greasing the baking sheet.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently clean the mushrooms under cool running water and pat them dry. Remove the stems and chop them finely.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped mushroom stems, cream cheese, cooked sausage or bacon, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Fill each mushroom cap with the creamy mixture.
  5. Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or olive oil and arrange the stuffed mushroom caps.
  6. Press a small pitted olive into the center of each mushroom cap.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Serve warm on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eyeballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These stuffed mushroom eyeballs can be made ahead of time and are best served warm. Pair them with marinara or ranch for added flavor.

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