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Jalapeno Popper Mushrooms Recipe

Jalapeno Popper Mushrooms Recipe

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Jalapeno Popper Mushrooms are a delicious appetizer featuring baby Bella mushrooms stuffed with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, diced jalapenos, garlic, crispy bacon, and Monterey Jack cheese, then baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make, flavorful dish combines spicy, savory, and cheesy elements in every bite, perfect for parties or snacking.

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 3 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
  • 1 cup (113 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, divided
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced

Mushroom

  • 16 ounces baby Bella whole mushrooms, cleaned, stems removed

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the mushrooms.
  2. Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked and crumbled bacon, softened cream cheese, diced jalapeno peppers, half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Stuff Mushrooms: Using a spoon, fill each cleaned mushroom cap with about one tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture, making sure each mushroom is well-filled but not overflowing.
  4. Arrange Mushrooms: Place the stuffed mushrooms in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or any oven-safe dish in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
  5. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the stuffed mushroom caps.
  6. Bake: Bake the stuffed mushrooms in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown and the mushrooms are tender.
  7. Serve: Serve the jalapeno popper mushrooms immediately while hot as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • For less heat, reduce the amount of jalapenos or remove all seeds and membranes.
  • Use turkey bacon as a lower-fat alternative if desired.
  • Make sure mushrooms are cleaned and dried to avoid excess moisture during baking.
  • This recipe can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add extra cheese or chopped nuts.

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