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Spooky Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Spooky Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

Spooky Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs bring cheesy comfort with a creepy twist. Perfect for Halloween dinners, these savory bites are stuffed with a creamy mix and topped with eerie olive ‘irises’ that stare back from the platter!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Halloween, Party Food
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 large white button or cremini mushrooms, stems removed and finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (white or yellow)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or Pecorino)
  • 2 tbsp softened cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 16 small green olives with pimentos (or black olives)
  • a few drops red food coloring or sriracha for veins

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • brush for oil
  • spoon
  • knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Clean mushroom caps, pat dry, and remove stems. Finely chop stems for filling.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Sauté chopped stems and onion for 5–7 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  4. Transfer cooked mixture to a bowl. Stir in breadcrumbs, Parmesan, cream cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. Brush mushroom caps with remaining olive oil. Place stem-side up on the baking sheet.
  6. Spoon filling into each mushroom cap. Bake for 15–20 minutes until tender and lightly golden.
  7. Press an olive into the center of each mushroom to create the eyeball. Add red food coloring or sriracha for veins.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 3.5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.6gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 1.5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Use black olives for a scarier look or goat cheese for a tangy flavor. Make ahead by prepping the filling in advance. Bake just until mushrooms are tender to avoid shrinking. Avoid overfilling for the best ‘eyeball’ effect.

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