Cozy, melty, and perfect for festive gatherings, these stuffed mushrooms bring a warm holiday feel to every table. The cheddar, herbs, and crisp turkey bacon create a savory bite that disappears fast. They’re simple, comforting, and great for Christmas parties or winter dinners.
Ingredients
1 lb whole white mushrooms, stems removed
4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and finely chopped
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp finely chopped green onions
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Toss the mushroom caps with olive oil and place them hollow-side up on the sheet.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, turkey bacon, green onions, garlic powder, pepper, and salt until smooth.
- Spoon the mixture into each mushroom cap, slightly mounding the filling.
- Bake 18-20 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden.
- Let cool a few minutes before serving so the centers can set.
Tip
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle a tiny bit of chopped green onion or cheddar on top right before serving.
Serve warm and save this recipe so you can come back to it for every holiday gathering.
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Cheddar & Turkey Bacon Holiday Stuffed Mushrooms
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 mushrooms 1x
Description
Cozy cheddar and turkey bacon stuffed mushrooms perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
1 lb whole white mushrooms, stems removed
4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and finely chopped
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp finely chopped green onions
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Toss the mushroom caps with olive oil and place them hollow-side up on the sheet.
3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, turkey bacon, green onions, garlic powder, pepper, and salt until smooth.
4. Spoon the mixture into each mushroom cap, slightly mounding the filling.
5. Bake 18-20 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden.
6. Let cool a few minutes before serving so the centers can set.
Notes
Letting the mushrooms cool slightly helps the filling firm up for cleaner bites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American