Ultimate Stuffed Mushroom Caps Recipe
Ultimate Stuffed Mushroom Caps Recipe | Motley Que
Looking for the perfect holiday appetizer? These stuffed mushroom caps are loaded with creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and a kick of heat—guaranteed to disappear fast at any party!
Ingredients
- 12–15 large white mushrooms
- 3 tbsp chopped chives
- 1 package room temperature cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 10 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- Hot sauce to taste
Directions
- Preheat your smoker or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prep the mushrooms by popping out the stems. Arrange the mushroom caps on a wire rack placed over a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped chives, and bacon. Add hot sauce to taste—a little or a lot, depending on your heat preference.
- Stuff and top: Fill each mushroom cap with the cream cheese mixture, then sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Cook: Place the mushrooms in the oven or smoker for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.
- Rest & serve: Let the mushrooms rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy the ultimate savory, cheesy, bacon-loaded holiday treat!
- Tips for Perfect Stuffed Mushrooms
- Use large white mushrooms for maximum stuffing capacity.
- For extra smoky flavor, cook them in a smoker instead of the oven.
- Mix in extra spices or a dash of garlic powder to customize your flavor. These holiday stuffed mushrooms make an irresistible appetizer for any festive gathering. Serve hot, watch them vanish, and enjoy the compliments!