Description

These Brie Stuffed Mushrooms are a delightful appetizer featuring tender baby bella mushrooms filled with creamy Brie cheese and a savory mixture of Panko bread crumbs, Pecorino, Parmesan, and fresh thyme. Baked to golden perfection, they offer a perfect balance of rich, cheesy flavors and herbaceous notes, ideal for entertaining or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Mushroom and Cheese

12 Baby Bella Mushrooms
1 small wedge of Brie cheese

Bread Crumb Mixture

1/3 cup Panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup Pecorino Cheese, grated
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons Olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the stuffed mushrooms evenly.
Prepare the Mushrooms: Clean the baby bella mushrooms thoroughly and remove the stems. Arrange the mushrooms bottom side up on a baking dish. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of Brie cheese into each mushroom cavity, ensuring a good cheese fill.
Make the Bread Crumb Mixture: In a small bowl, combine Panko bread crumbs, grated Pecorino, grated Parmesan, chopped fresh thyme, and about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the mixture with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Mix until the mixture is evenly coated and flavorful.
Stuff the Mushrooms: Take a small scoop of the prepared bread crumb mixture and fill the cheese-filled mushroom cavities on top, pressing gently to cover the Brie evenly.
Bake the Mushrooms: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Bake until the mushrooms become tender and the cheese inside melts, with the topping turning golden and crisp.
Serve: Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and let the stuffed mushrooms cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these warm, cheesy appetizers immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

You can substitute baby bella mushrooms with cremini or white button mushrooms if preferred.
For a crunchier topping, you may add an extra tablespoon of Panko bread crumbs.
If Brie cheese is too strong for your taste, substitute with Camembert or a mild mozzarella cheese.
To make this recipe vegetarian-friendly, ensure your cheeses do not contain animal rennet.
Serve these stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer for parties or as a side dish to complement main meals.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Brie stuffed mushrooms, baked mushrooms appetizer, cheesy stuffed mushrooms, party appetizers, easy mushroom recipe