Description
Creamy Stuffed Mushroom Dip brings classic appetizer flavors into a silky, rich spread perfect for game day or elegant parties. Guests will dive into this cheesy, herb-infused sensation that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) baby bella mushrooms
- 8 ounces (226 grams) softened cream cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded Parmesan cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) avocado oil
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) full-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature for easy blending.
- Heat the oven to 350°F, preparing for a delectable baked dip.
- Carefully detach and slice baby bella mushroom stems, preparing them for sautéing.
- In a cast iron skillet, combine avocado oil, minced garlic, and thyme over medium-low heat, creating an aromatic base for 3 minutes.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the skillet, tossing frequently until they become tender and slightly caramelized, approximately 7 minutes. Season with salt and remove from heat.
- Let the mushrooms and skillet cool down slightly to prevent overheating the dairy ingredients.
- Whisk together softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and half the Parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Fold the cooked mushrooms into the creamy cheese mixture directly in the skillet, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top, creating a golden, crispy layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the dip to heat through.
- Activate the broiler and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese turns a beautiful golden brown and develops a bubbly texture.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately with toasted baguette slices, crisp crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Softening cream cheese at room temperature ensures smooth, lump-free mixing and easier blending with other ingredients.
- Choose baby bella mushrooms for rich, earthy flavor that provides depth to the dip’s overall taste profile.
- Cast iron skillet helps develop better caramelization and maintains consistent heat distribution during cooking and baking process.
- Low and slow cooking technique for garlic and mushrooms prevents burning and preserves delicate aromatic notes.
- Broiling at the end creates a golden, crispy Parmesan cheese crust that adds textural contrast and enhances visual appeal.
- Versatile serving options include gluten-free alternatives like vegetable sticks or low-carb crackers for different dietary needs.
- Prepare ingredients ahead of time to streamline cooking process and reduce last-minute kitchen stress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 216 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 297 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg