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Perfect Mummy Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe with Cream Cheese and Bacon Easy Halloween Appetizer

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A quick and easy Halloween appetizer featuring button mushrooms stuffed with a creamy cream cheese mixture and wrapped in crispy bacon, perfect for parties and nostalgic flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 24 medium-sized button mushrooms, stems removed and cleaned
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 6 slices bacon, cut in half lengthwise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Gently clean the mushroom caps with a damp cloth or paper towel. Remove stems and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and optional onion powder. Stir until smooth and creamy. Fold in chopped mushroom stems if desired.
  4. Fill each mushroom cap with the cream cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag, mounding slightly but not overflowing.
  5. Wrap each stuffed mushroom with half strips of bacon, leaving small gaps so the filling shows. Trim bacon if too long. Do not wrap too tightly.
  6. Lightly brush the mushroom caps and bacon with olive oil.
  7. Place mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and mushrooms are softened. Watch closely near the end to avoid burning.
  8. Optional: Broil for the last 2 minutes if bacon is not crisping, watching carefully.
  9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving warm.

Notes

Do not rinse mushrooms under water to avoid sogginess. Leave gaps when wrapping bacon to ensure even cooking. Softening cream cheese to room temperature improves filling texture. Can prepare ahead and refrigerate before baking, adding a few extra minutes to cook time. For crispier bacon, broil for last 2 minutes while watching closely. Microwave reheating is not recommended as it makes bacon soggy.

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