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Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs: A Savory Halloween Delight

Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs are savory Halloween appetizers featuring creamy filling in earthy mushroom caps, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 eyeballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Mushrooms
  • 16 large white or cremini mushrooms portobello or shiitake mushrooms can also be used
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened; low-fat options work
  • 1/2 cup cooked sausage or crumbled bacon can substitute with ground turkey or omit for vegetarian
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese can use nutritional yeast as a vegan substitute
  • 1 clove garlic minced; garlic powder can be used if fresh isn't available
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped; dried parsley can be substituted but less vibrant
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt reduce or omit for low-sodium option
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper adjust according to spice preferences
For the Decoration
  • 16 small olives pitted; both black or green work
For Baking
  • cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the baking sheet

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Carefully clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel, remove the stems and chop them.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped mushroom stems, cream cheese, sausage or bacon, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
  4. Fill each mushroom cap generously with the creamy filling, packing it in gently.
  5. Place one pitted olive in the center of each stuffed cap to create the pupils.
  6. Arrange stuffed mushrooms on the greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm on a platter, possibly with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eyeballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These stuffed mushroom eyeballs are best enjoyed fresh but can last at room temperature for up to 2 hours. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Unbaked mushrooms can be frozen for 2 months.

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