Stuffed Asiago-Basil Mushrooms (Printable)

Creamy Asiago-filled mushrooms with fresh basil and breadcrumbs, baked until golden. Perfect party appetizer.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Mushrooms

01 - 24 medium cremini or white button mushrooms, stems removed and reserved

→ Filling

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Reserved mushroom stems, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2/3 cup grated Asiago cheese
06 - 1/3 cup cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
08 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/8 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

12 - 2 tablespoons grated Asiago cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Clean mushrooms and carefully remove stems. Finely chop stems and set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushroom stems and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and moisture evaporates. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine sautéed mushroom stems and garlic with Asiago cheese, cream cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped basil, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well blended.
04 - Spoon filling generously into each mushroom cap, pressing lightly. Arrange filled mushrooms on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Drizzle mushroom tops with olive oil and sprinkle with remaining Asiago cheese.
06 - Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until mushrooms are tender and tops are golden.
07 - Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra basil if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look fancy but come together in about half an hour, so you can make them without stress before guests arrive.
  • The creamy Asiago filling with fresh basil tastes bright and rich at the same time, and people always ask for the recipe.
02 -
  • Make sure to cook the moisture out of the chopped stems, or the filling will be watery and slide right out of the caps.
  • Don't overfill the mushrooms, a generous mound is good but too much and it spills over and burns on the pan.
03 -
  • Use a small spoon or a piping bag to fill the caps neatly, it makes them look more professional and ensures even portions.
  • If you want extra crispy tops, turn on the broiler for the last minute of baking, but watch them closely so they don't burn.
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