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Halloween Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs

These Halloween Stuffed Mushroom Eyeballs are the ultimate spooky party appetizer, creamy, cheesy stuffed mushrooms topped with olives to look just like eerie eyeballs. Perfect for Halloween parties, movie nights, or any festive October gathering, these creepy little snacks will disappear fast!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 Stuffed Mushrooms
Course: Appetizer

Ingredients
  

  • 12-16 Lareg white or cremini mushrooms stems removed and finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Small onion finely diced
  • 2 Cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup Cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup Grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tsp Fresh parsely chopped, optional
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 12-16 Green or black olives whole or sliced (for pupils)
  • 1 tsp Paprika or chili powder optional, for extra color

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Small spoon
  • Knife & cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare mushroom filling
    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushroom stems, onion, and garlic. Cook 3–5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Remove from heat.
  3. Mix stuffing
    In a bowl, combine the cooked mushroom mixture with cream cheese, Parmesan, panko, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  4. Stuff mushrooms
    Spoon filling into mushroom caps, pressing slightly so it stays in place. Place stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake
    Bake for 15–20 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and the filling is lightly golden.
  6. Add the “eyeballs”
    As soon as the mushrooms come out of the oven, press one olive into the center of each warm stuffed mushroom. Slice olives for “pupil” details if desired. Sprinkle with paprika or chili powder for an eerie glow.
  7. Serve
    Arrange on a platter and serve slightly warm or at room temperature. Perfect for Halloween parties!