Making Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

These stuffed mushrooms have a creamy, cheesy crab filling within, and buttery crumbs are on top.

These juicy mushroom caps should be baked until they are soft and melty with a golden crust.

The Finest Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

From crab cakes to hot crab dip, we adore crab appetizer ideas! These baked, melty mushroom caps are loaded with a creamy, cheesy crab mixture.

• These crab cakes are delicious and simple to make using crab in a can.
• Up to 24 hours in advance, this recipe can be prepared and baked.
• Before baking, stuffed mushrooms can be frozen, then cooked straight from the freezer.
• All around excellent and naturally low in carbs (you may omit the bread crumbs if you choose).
• Excellent as a starter or side dish for steak.

For Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Almost anything is OK! Because of the flavor, cost, and availability, we choose canned crab flesh because a little goes a long way. Lump crab meat is an additional option.

Although it can be used, we prefer to consume fresh crab meat alone or with pasta. If a frozen crab isn’t an option for you, imitation crab will also work in this recipe.

How to Prepare and Clean Mushrooms?

For stuffing, we choose either brown/cremini or white button mushrooms. Select small to medium-sized mushrooms for a simpler appetizer nibble!

The outside of the mushrooms should be cleaned with a wet paper towel. Don’t leave mushrooms in water for too long since they can absorb water. Give them a short rinse if necessary, and then pat them dry with a paper towel.

After wiping them, snap off the stem and remove some of the gills with a spoon or tomato corer/strawberry huller to make a larger cavity to fill. To prevent tearing or breaking, use caution when scooping out the interior of the mushroom.

Making Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: A Recipe

• As stated previously, remove the mushrooms’ debris.
• Cream the cheese until it is frothy. Blend the remaining ingredients (per the recipe below).
• Fill the mushrooms, then sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
• Till bubbling, bake!

How long should you bake the mushrooms?

The cooking time for crab-stuffed mushrooms at 375°F is roughly 18–20 minutes, however, it can vary depending on the size of the mushrooms.

Make sure the filling is warm and melted and the mushroom is fully cooked.

Can Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Be Freeze?

Yes! I enjoy making the crab-stuffed mushrooms ahead of time and freezing them for potlucks or unexpected visitors. They can be cooked directly from frozen (you’ll need to increase the cooking time by around 10 minutes).

The ideal appetizers for a dinner party include meatballs, buffalo chicken dip, and mushrooms with crab stuffing!

Instructions

1. If frozen, defrost crab flesh (drain if canned). Turn the oven on to 375°F.
2. Cream cheese should be well-combined. Add additional ingredients and stir.
3. To get rid of any dirt, wipe the mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Remove stems from the mushrooms and scoop out the interior with a small spoon or tomato corer. Discard (or freeze for soup).
4. Cover the mushroom caps with a layer of the filling. Sprinkle the prepared ingredients over the mushrooms.
5. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden on top and well done.

Notes

If desired, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese into a light, fluffy filling. Cheddar and Gruyere are excellent choices for extra cheeses.

You can pack and chill mushrooms up to 24 hours in advance, then bake them right before serving. They can also be frozen and then cooked immediately from frozen (you’ll need to increase the cooking time by roughly 10 minutes).

To add to soups, stews, or casseroles, save the mushroom stems and chop them.

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