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Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs: Spooky Treats for Halloween Fun

Delightful Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs that combine a creamy, cheesy filling with playful olive pupils, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 eyeballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mushroom Base
  • 12 large white or cremini mushrooms Portobello or shiitake can be used for different texture.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened; low-fat option is available.
  • 1 cup cooked sausage Crumble for savory flavor; crumbled bacon is an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Substitute with other hard cheeses if desired.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced; garlic powder can be added for milder flavor.
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley Chopped for freshness and color.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
For the Eyeball Effect
  • 12 small pitted olives For pupils in the stuffed mushrooms.
For Baking
  • 1 spray cooking spray or olive oil To grease the baking sheet.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove stems, finely chopping them.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped mushroom stems with softened cream cheese, cooked sausage, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spoon the filling mixture into each mushroom cap, pressing down slightly to fill them well. Arrange on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Press a pitted olive into the center of each mushroom cap to represent the pupils.
  6. Bake the mushrooms for 20-25 minutes or until tender and the filling is golden on top.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and transfer to a serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1eyeballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh mushrooms and avoid overstuffing them. You can experiment with different herbs for flavor enhancement.

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