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Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs: Terrifyingly Tasty 20 Min Recipe

  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 20 stuffed mushrooms 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs are spooky, cheesy, and delicious appetizers perfect for Halloween parties. They feature a savory cream cheese filling, crispy breadcrumbs, and black olive ‘pupils’ that resemble creepy eyeballs.

Ingredients

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  • 20 large white button mushrooms, stems removed and cleaned
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 10 large black olives, halved crosswise
  • Optional: Red gel food coloring or tomato paste (for bloodshot effect)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Clean mushrooms with a damp towel and remove stems. Finely chop stems and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chopped stems, shallot, and garlic for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. In a bowl, combine sautéed mix with cream cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  5. Spoon or pipe mixture into mushroom caps, mounding slightly on top.
  6. Press a halved olive in the center of each filled mushroom. Decorate with red gel or tomato paste for a bloodshot look.
  7. Arrange on baking sheet and bake 15–18 minutes until golden and bubbling. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t skip drying mushrooms—excess moisture makes them soggy.
  • Balance filling amounts to prevent spillover during baking.
  • Olives are key for the eyeball look—don’t omit them.
  • For spicier bites, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the filling.
  • Best eaten fresh but can be prepped up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mushroom eyeball

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