Air Fryer Magic: Stuffed Mushrooms Made Easy

Air fryer stuffed mushrooms are easy to make and cook in under 10 minutes. They make a great snack or appetiser, and can be made in advance and frozen. Before cooking, the mushrooms should be cleaned with a damp cloth and the stems removed. The mushrooms are then stuffed with a mixture of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, scallions, paprika and salt. They can be garnished with shredded parmesan cheese, chopped onions or parsley flakes.

How to clean mushrooms before stuffing them

Yes, you can cook stuffed mushrooms in an air fryer. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to clean mushrooms before stuffing them:

• Spray the mushrooms with water instead of soaking them, as mushrooms soak up liquid.
• Use a damp kitchen towel or cloth to gently wipe off any dirt.
• If the mushroom is not big enough to hold the stuffing, remove the stem and gently push in the cap walls to widen the cavity.
• Patch any cracks in the mushroom walls with the removed stems or other filling ingredients.
• Stuff the mushrooms with your desired filling, pressing gently to fill each cavity.
• Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush it with oil before placing the stuffed mushrooms inside.

How to prepare the stuffing

To prepare the stuffing, you will need to clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems. You can then widen the cavity by gently pushing in the cap walls. Next, mix your chosen ingredients in a small bowl. For example, you could use cream cheese, cheddar cheese, scallion whites, paprika and salt. You could also cook ground sausage in advance and add this to the mixture. Once you have prepared your filling, stuff the mixture into the mushrooms, pressing gently with the back of a small spoon to fill each cavity.

How to cook the mushrooms in an air fryer

Yes, you can cook stuffed mushrooms in an air fryer. Here's how:

First, clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth. You can also use a damp kitchen towel to wipe off any dirt gently. Then, remove and discard the stems. If the mushroom is not big enough to hold the stuffing, gently push in the cap walls to widen the cavity.

Next, preheat your air fryer to between 320F and 360F. While it's heating up, prepare your stuffing. One option is to mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, scallion whites, paprika, and salt in a small bowl.

Once the air fryer is preheated, lightly spray the basket with cooking spray or brush it with oil. Then, gently place the stuffed mushrooms into the basket in a single layer, without stacking or overlapping. Air fry the mushrooms at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or at 320F for 10-12 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.

You can garnish the mushrooms with shredded parmesan cheese, chopped onions, or parsley flakes. If your mushrooms are not golden brown after cooking, add 2-3 additional minutes to the cook time.

How to cook the mushrooms in an oven

Yes, you can cook stuffed mushrooms in an air fryer. However, if you want to cook them in the oven, here's how:

First, clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth. Remove and discard the stems. You can also widen the cavity by gently pushing in the cap walls, which will make more room for the stuffing. If you crack the walls, don't worry – the stuffing will hold it together.

Next, preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment and arrange the mushrooms. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the tops are golden.

If you want to add some extra flavour, you can mist the mushrooms with some oil before baking. This will help to prevent them from drying out.

How to garnish the mushrooms

Yes, you can cook stuffed mushrooms in an air fryer. Here are some ideas for how to garnish the mushrooms:

• Shredded parmesan cheese
• Chopped onions
• Parsley flakes
• Cream cheese
• Cheddar cheese
• Scallion whites
• Paprika
• Salt

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