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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms – Easy Creamy Seafood Appetizer

These Crab Stuffed Mushrooms feature tender mushroom caps filled with creamy crab, cream cheese, garlic, and Parmesan for an easy, delicious appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 18medium white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms
  • 8 oz(225 g) lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 4 oz(115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup(25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup(25 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoonsmayonnaise
  • 2cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoonsfinely chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoonfresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoonlemon juice
  • ½ teaspoonOld Bay seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
  • 2 tablespoonsbreadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil

Instructions

Prepare the Mushrooms

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel.
  • Remove the stems and carefully scoop out a little extra flesh from the center of each mushroom cap if needed.
  • Finely chop the mushroom stems and set them aside.
  • Arrange the mushroom caps on the prepared baking sheet with the hollow sides facing up.

Make the Crab Filling

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise.
  • Mix until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the Parmesan, mozzarella, minced garlic, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and black pepper.
  • Stir until everything is evenly combined.
  • Gently fold in the crab meat, keeping some larger pieces intact for a more satisfying texture.
  • Add the chopped mushroom stems and mix gently.

Stuff the Mushrooms

  • Spoon the crab mixture generously into each mushroom cap.
  • Slightly mound the filling on top without overfilling.
  • Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the stuffed mushrooms.
  • Drizzle lightly with olive oil to help the tops become golden.

Bake Until Golden

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is hot and lightly golden on top.
  • For a crispier finish, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the mushrooms to rest for a few minutes.

Garnish and Serve

  • Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
  • Add a small squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  • Serve warm while the filling is creamy and delicious.