Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 12

Cook Time: 8

Total Time: 20

Servings: mushrooms

Calories: 36kcal

Author: Emily

An easy, healthy, and delicious appetizer cooked in the air fryer and ready in 20 minutes!

8 oz button mushrooms (about 10-12)
¼ cup cream cheese
¼ cup parmesan cheese, shredded (plus a little more for the top of the mushrooms)
¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs
1 clove garlic
kosher salt (just a pinch or two)
freshly ground black pepper (a few cranks of a grinder)
Italian seasoning (optional to sprinkle on top)

Wash and de-stem the mushrooms. Place the stems in the food processor as they become part of the filling (no waste!).
Place the cream cheese, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic, salt, and pepper in the food processor along with the stems and process until fully combined.
Fill each mushroom with the filling. Sprinkle the top with a small amount of shredded parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. ⅙
Place the mushrooms in the air fryer basket ensuring there is room around each one for the air to circulate. Air Fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes.
Carefully remove the mushrooms using tongs and allow them to cool slightly before enjoying. These are best when enjoyed immediately.

This recipe is a small batch recipe but can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
Since mushrooms already have a lot of water in them naturally, there is no need to spray the basket or the tops when air frying. They do not stick and there is very little mess. Yay!
One of the easiest ways I find to clean mushrooms is with a paper towel. The texture of the towel gets all of those dirt pieces that are hard to remove with just water.
These stuffed mushrooms are best when enjoyed warm and right away. You can make the filling ahead of time, assemble the mushrooms, and store them covered in the fridge until you are ready to cook them.
If you don't have a food processor, you can still make these mushrooms! Just mince the stems and garlic as small as possible and blend with the rest of the ingredients using a spoon.
Always read the instruction manual that came with your Air Fryer and follow all safety guidelines.