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Cheesy Bacon-Ranch Stuffed Mushrooms

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These cheesy bacon-ranch stuffed mushrooms are the ultimate party appetizer—gooey cheese, crispy bacon, and tangy ranch all tucked into tender mushroom caps. Quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 24–28 medium white or cremini mushrooms (or 16–20 large, about 1 lb/450g), cleaned, stems removed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 packet (or 2 tbsp) ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 green onions, finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gently wipe mushrooms with a damp paper towel to remove dirt. Twist out stems and set aside. Place mushroom caps, cavity-side up, on the baking sheet.
  3. Brush the outside and inside of each mushroom cap with olive oil. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  4. Cook bacon strips until crispy, then drain on paper towels and crumble.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, green onions, minced garlic, and half the shredded cheddar. Mix until smooth. Fold in most of the crumbled bacon (reserve some for topping).
  6. Fill each mushroom cap generously with the cheese mixture, mounding slightly.
  7. Sprinkle remaining cheddar, parmesan, and reserved bacon over the stuffed mushrooms.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and mushrooms are tender but not collapsing. Tops should be golden brown.
  9. Let mushrooms cool on the pan for 5 minutes. Garnish with extra green onions or fresh parsley if desired.
  10. Transfer to a platter and serve warm.

Notes

For less soggy mushrooms, pre-bake empty caps for 7–8 minutes and drain any liquid before stuffing. Use a cookie scoop for even filling. Mushrooms can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving. For vegetarian, omit bacon and add sun-dried tomatoes or sautéed spinach. Use gluten-free ranch mix for GF diets.

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