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Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Spooky Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs That Wow Your Halloween Guests

Enjoy these delightful Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs, perfect for impressing Halloween guests with their creepy appearance and savory filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 eyeballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Mushrooms
  • 16 large large white or cremini mushrooms providing umami flavor and a meaty texture
  • cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the baking sheet
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup cooked sausage or crumbled bacon hearty flavor
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the Eye Detail
  • 16 small olives pitted, used as 'pupils'

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems, finely chopping them for the filling.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped mushroom stems with cream cheese, sausage (or bacon), Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a smooth filling.
  4. Fill each mushroom cap with the prepared filling, heaping it slightly above the rim.
  5. Press a small olive into the center of each stuffed mushroom.
  6. Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tender and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving on a platter, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eyeballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat by baking at 375°F (190°C).

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