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Published: Sep 16, 2019 · Modified: Nov 11, 2022 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

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Three crab mushrooms on a blue and white plate.

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are a perfect appetizer filled with crab and cream cheese.

These mushrooms are great with any type of crab you have available; fresh crab, frozen crab, canned crab or even imitation crab.

Three stuffed mushrooms on a small white plate.
Table of Contents
An elegant appetizer
Key ingredients
What type of crab do I use?
Step by step directions
Recipe tips
To clean the mushrooms
Frequently asked questions
Variations
More delicious appetizers
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

An elegant appetizer

These stuffed mushrooms are a delicious appetizer perfect for a casual get-together, a fancy dinner party or a holiday buffet. I've made stuffed mushrooms before, but these mushrooms are different. The cream cheese makes these mushrooms very creamy and delicious.

The inspiration for these crab stuffed mushrooms came from one of our local grocery stores. They have a great meat counter and they always have a few prepared items ready to take home and cook.

I didn't buy their stuffed mushrooms, but I did quickly grab a few ingredients and made these once I got home.

These are a delicious stuffed mushroom perfect for the holidays or any special occasion.

Key ingredients

Ingredients for making crab stuffed mushrooms.
  • Mushrooms - button style or crimini mushrooms. You can select white or brown. Larger sized mushrooms work best, about 2 inches in diameter. You can also use smaller, bite sized mushrooms is you prefer.
  • Crab Meat - the star of the show! Any crab meat will work. Choose fresh crab meat you've caught and cooked, canned lump crab meat, fresh crab meat. I've also made this with imitation crab meat. It's all about what's available and your budget.
  • Cream Cheese - adds a delicious creaminess to the filling. It pairs perfectly with the crab.
  • Parmesan Cheese - adds a salty touch. The cheese is added to the filing and sprinkled on top of the stuffed mushrooms for a finishing touch.
  • Green Onions - you'll use the white and the green of the onion. Adds delicious, mild onion flavor and a bit of texture.
  • Fresh Parsley - be certain to use fresh parsley here. Adds great freshness and helps balance the richness of the cream cheese and the crab.

What type of crab do I use?

Use fresh crab, frozen crab, canned crab or imitation crab in this recipe. The choice is all yours depending on your availability and your budget.

If you use frozen crab, allow it to thaw before using. Canned crab needs to be drained before using, but otherwise any type of crab will work.

Step by step directions

  • Remove stems from mushrooms and wipe off any dirt on mushrooms
  • Put room temperature cream cheese in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy and the mix in mayonnaise.
  • Fold in green onions, parsley, parmesan and salt and pepper
  • Gently fold in crab
Cream cheese with green onions, parsley and parmesan cheese.
Lumped crab added to a cream cheese mixture.
  • Place a large spoonful of filling on each mushroom. Sprinkle a touch of shredded Parmesan on top.
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 18-20 minutes.
  • Serve while still warm.
Stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet.

Recipe tips

  • If a mushroom just won't stay upright, slice a tiny sliver off across the bottom of the mushroom.
  • Don't overfill the mushrooms. The filling may spill over the sides.
  • Cook on a baking sheet or casserole dish
  • Serve with freshly chopped parsley as a garnish

To clean the mushrooms

Use a damp cloth or paper towel and wipe off the outside of the mushrooms. Mushrooms aren't really dirty, but they do need to be wiped down to remove small bits of dirt.

Wiping a mushroom with a paper towel.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make crab stuffed mushrooms ahead of time?

Yes, these Crab Stuffed Mushrooms can be made ahead of time? You could make the stuffing a day ahead of time and then add to the mushrooms when you are ready to bake.

The mushrooms could also be stuffed, covered and place in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Can I freeze crab mushrooms?

Crab stuffed mushrooms can be freeze before they are baked. Cook still frozen, but add about 10 minutes to the baking time.

Variations

When I first created this recipe, I made it with bacon! Bacon adds extra flavor and richness.

To use bacon, cook up 3 slices of bacon and then crumble it. Fold in along with the crab.

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Stuffed mushrooms with one mushroom cut in half.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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Three stuffed mushrooms on a small white plate.

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Kathy
Cheesy stuffed mushrooms filled with cream cheese and crab.
5 from 22 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 15 Mushrooms
Calories 79 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 15 mushrooms
  • 8 oz cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 2 green onions (chopped)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • 8 oz crab meat

Topping

  • 1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F
  • Remove stems from mushrooms and wipe mushrooms clean with a damp cloth. Place mushrooms on a baking sheet.
    15 mushrooms
  • Put room temperature cream cheese in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
    8 oz cream cheese
  • Add Parmesan cheese, green onions, fresh parsley and and salt pepper. Stir until combined.
    1 tablespoon fresh parsley, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon pepper, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, 2 green onions
  • Stir in crab.
    8 oz crab meat
  • Place a large spoonful on each mushroom.
  • Sprinkle a touch of shredded Parmesan on top of each mushroom.
    1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese
  • Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 18-20 minutes until golden.
  • Top with freshly chopped parsley (optional)
  • Serve while still warm.

Notes

May use fresh crab, frozen crab, canned crab or imitation crab meat. 
 
  • If a mushroom just won't stay upright, slice a tiny sliver off across the bottom of the mushroom.
  • Don't overfill the mushrooms. The filling may spill over the sides.
  • Cook on a baking sheet or casserole dish
  • Serve with freshly chopped parsley as a garnish

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mushroomCalories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 246mgPotassium: 122mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 261IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 0.3mg
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Comments

  1. Wendy says

    July 08, 2020 at 4:14 pm

    I added green onion and it was delish!!!!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 09, 2020 at 1:48 pm

      Thanks!
      Kathy

      Reply
  2. Kankana Saxena says

    September 19, 2019 at 2:57 pm

    5 stars
    I was looking for an appetizer idea for my weekend party and you gave me the best one!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 19, 2019 at 5:14 pm

      Perfect! Enjoy!!!

      Reply
  3. Katerina says

    September 19, 2019 at 5:30 am

    This looks absolutely delightful, Kathy! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  4. Valentina says

    September 17, 2019 at 8:33 am

    These beauties are so generously stuffed that at first glance I though they were muffins! 🙂 They look SO delicious. Such a lovely comforting, fall appetizer. 🙂 ~Valentina

    Reply
  5. David @ Spiced says

    September 17, 2019 at 8:15 am

    5 stars
    You know, I have never made stuffed mushrooms before. I've cooked with mushrooms on plenty of occasions, and I've even put 'em on the grill...but never stuffed them. Laura loves crab, and I'm thinking these would be a fun meal to make when her family visits in a few weeks! Talk about a delicious combination right there!

    Reply
  6. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says

    September 17, 2019 at 12:11 am

    5 stars
    Oh Kathy, you have done it again! What a delicious recipe 🙂 This is such a fantastic appetiser! I love anything crab! Yum!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 17, 2019 at 5:41 am

      Me too! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    September 16, 2019 at 6:52 am

    5 stars
    Love when you get inspiration from a store or restaurant and recreate a version at home. Crab is a fave of mine and I LOVE mushrooms, so I know I'd devour these! Perfect for parties! Pinned 🙂

    Reply
  8. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    September 16, 2019 at 5:23 am

    5 stars
    OMG Kathy! These look fantastic! One of my husbands favorite appetizer is stuffed mushrooms. And we both LOVE crabmeat. What a great recipe for the upcoming holidays!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 16, 2019 at 5:34 am

      I thought of you when I was making these. I was thinking if only I could catch fresh crab like MaryAnn!

      Reply

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