Stuffed Mushroom Dip For Parties (Print View)

Creamy, savory dip blending sautéed mushrooms with three cheeses and aromatic herbs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

01 - 2 cups cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small shallot, finely diced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dairy

05 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/2 cup sour cream
07 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pantry & Others

09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallot and garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Add chopped mushrooms and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid releases and evaporates. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
04 - In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, and half of the parsley. Mix until smooth.
05 - Fold the sautéed mushroom mixture into the cheese base until well combined.
06 - Spread the mixture into a greased baking dish or ovenproof skillet.
07 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • This dip captures everything people love about stuffed mushrooms but lets you share it with a crowd
  • The combination of sautéed mushrooms and three cheeses creates the most addictive flavor
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes of active prep time
02 -
  • Getting all the moisture out of the mushrooms is crucial or your dip will turn out watery instead of creamy
  • Letting the mushroom mixture cool slightly before folding it in prevents the cream cheese from separating
03 -
  • Use a food processor to quickly chop the mushrooms into uniform pieces
  • Let the dip rest for 5 minutes after baking before serving so it sets slightly

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