Searching for snack recipes? I have to say air fryer stuffed mushrooms have been the favorite game-day snack for my family.
Easy air fryer stuffed mushrooms get ready in no time. You can serve these air fryer stuffed mushrooms as a quick side dish or easy appetizer.
Air fryer stuffed mushrooms recipes are versatile because you can easily swap the stuffing according to your preference.
You can make air fryer stuffed mushrooms with crab, bacon, sausage, cheese, or you can also make air fryer stuffed mushrooms vegan such as air fryer spinach mushrooms.
In this recipe, I’ll be sharing the different ingredients for air fryer stuffed mushrooms that you can choose from, some tips, and don’t miss out on the cleaning method.
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How to clean mushrooms?
Before starting with the recipe let’s see how to clean the mushroom.
Cleaning the mushroom is easy, you just need to rinse them under cold water and remove all the dirt and you’re good to go.
You should only rinse them if you’re planning to cook them right away. They’ll be slimy if you’ll store them after rinsing.
You can simply remove the dirt and junk by using a damp cloth and store it for later.
How to prepare mushrooms for stuffing?
After rinsing the mushrooms, you need to pat dry completely and the next step is to prepare mushrooms for stuffing.
You need a hollow space in the mushroom for your stuffing. For that take off the stem of the mushrooms.
The trick to do so is gently pushing against the stem and you’ll hear a crack sound and it’s loose. You might fail for the first time but it gets easy once you’ve practiced on a few.
Don't throw away the stem, save them to make vegetable broth.
How to make air fryer stuffed mushrooms?
Making stuffed mushrooms is easy and quick once you assemble all your ingredients.
Ingredients for air fryer stuffed mushrooms vegan:
- 1 (16 ounces) package whole white button mushrooms
- 4ounce cream cheese (softened)
- ⅓ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Chopped Chives for topping
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Ingredients for air fryer stuffed breaded mushrooms
- 1 (16 ounces) package whole white button mushrooms
- ¼ cup bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno
- ⅓ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Chopped Chives for topping
Ingredients for sausage stuffed mushrooms, air fryer:
- 1 (16 ounces) package whole white button mushrooms
- ½ pound sausage (cooked)
- ⅓ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
- Salt to taste
Instruction
- The first step is preparing your mushrooms by rinsing them through cold water and completely drying them using a paper towel or clean kitchen towel.
- The second step is removing the stems of the mushrooms. You can follow the instructions given above.
- Preheat your air fryer at 175C/350F for 5 minutes.
- While your air fryer is heating, prepare the stuffing. Take a bowl to add crumbled sausage, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thinly sliced green onion, and salt to taste.
- Give them a good mix and you can use a spoon or your fingers to stuff the mushroom.
- Place the sausage stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 175C/350F for 10 minutes or until the mushrooms are browned and cheese on top is golden crispy.
- Remove the air fryer basket and let it sit for a minute or two. Serve and enjoy your air fryer stuffed mushrooms.
You can find the air fryer stuffed mushrooms recipe in the printable card below.
Tips for stuffed mushrooms in an air fryer
- Always choose similar-sized mushrooms so they are evenly air fried.
- Mushrooms are like a sponge that soaks up the liquid while rinsing, so you should only rinse them if you’re planning to cook them right away. They’ll be slimy if you’ll store them after rinsing and you’ll end up making soggy mushrooms.
- Place the stuffed mushroom in a single layer in the air fryer basket, don’t overcrowd for the best result.
- If you have leftover stuffing, you can put it in an airtight container and refrigerate and use it for later.
- You can always swap the stuffing according to your preference.
What should I serve with air fryer stuffed mushrooms?
You can serve these stuffed mushrooms as a side dish or appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.
You can also serve them with a lighter main dish such as salad.
Air fryer stuffed mushrooms can also be served with steak for your dinner.
Here are some of the frequently asked questions
How do you keep stuffed mushrooms from getting soggy?
Don’t soak the mushrooms while cleaning, because they absorb the water and you’ll end up with a soggy mushroom.
Always rinse them right before you’re ready to make them.
Why are my stuffed mushrooms watery?
You might feel your stuffed mushrooms watery while you're making air fryer stuffed mushrooms vegan.
Try to pick veggies that release less moisture while cooking such as broccoli, peppers, and many more. And try to avoid vegetables like tomatoes, which release moisture.
Can I store leftover air fryer stuffed mushrooms?
Yes, you can store the leftover stuffed mushrooms in an air-tight container in the refrigerator and it lasts for 2-3 days.
Before storing the air-fried stuffed mushrooms, they should be cooled down completely.
How long to cook air fryer stuffed mushrooms?
Stuffed mushrooms, air fryer cook time is 10 minutes at 175C/350F.
Course: Side dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 16 ounces whole white button mushrooms
- ½ pound sausage (cooked)
- ⅓ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- The first step is preparing your mushrooms by rinsing them through cold water and completely drying them using a paper towel or clean kitchen towel.16 ounces whole white button mushrooms
- The second step is removing the stems of the mushrooms. You can follow the instructions given above.
- Preheat your air fryer at 175C/350F for 5 minutes.
- While your air fryer is heating, prepare the stuffing. Take a bowl to add crumbled sausage, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thinly sliced green onion, and salt to taste.½ pound sausage (cooked), ⅓ cup cheddar cheese (shredded), ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt to taste, 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
- Give them a good mix and you can use a spoon or your fingers to stuff the mushroom.
- Place the sausage stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 175C/350F for 10 minutes or until the mushrooms are browned and cheese on top is golden crispy.
- Remove the air fryer basket and let it sit for a minute or two. Serve and enjoy your air fryer stuffed mushrooms.
