Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

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Published: 10/26/2022 | Updated: 04/04/2024

Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms are popular appetizers in Italian cuisine. They are full of healthy herbs and packed with Italian flavors. The mushrooms are stuffed with a mixture of cheese and green onions.

These mushrooms are healthy snacks you can store in your fridge for the future. The best part is that  you can make these famous stuffed mushrooms with an easy recipe in your kitchen. 

Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms are famous for their delicious taste and excellent flavor. Following is the recipe for the stuffed mushrooms to help you enjoy these appetizers on a friendly budget at your home.

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make the famous Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms.

• Baby bella or portobello mushrooms
• Garlic cloves
• Lemon juice
• Italian seasoning flavors
• Mozzarella cheese or fontina cheese
• Butter 
• Parmesan cheese
• Olive oil
• Sherry or white wine

Collect all these ingredients and follow these steps to make stuffed mushrooms.

Instructions to Make Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms

1. Take one pound of the large button mushrooms.
2. Remove the stem of the mushrooms. Wash the mushrooms and allow them to dry.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
4. Use a brush to coat the mushrooms with olive oil.
5. Place them in a baking pan that is large enough to carry all the mushrooms in a single layer.
6. Mince two garlic cloves and two green onions.
7. Take a heavy skillet and add the remaining olive oil to it. Heat the pan and melt two tablespoons of butter. 
8. Add minced garlic and onion and fry them for 2-3 minutes until they are fragrant. Add the removed mushroom stems to the pan and cook them for a minute.
9. Put off the flame and add ¼ cup of the wine, 1 cup of the Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs, ½ cup of parmesan cheese, and ½ cup of mozzarella or fontina cheese. Mix all the stuff with two forks until they are combined.
10. Add more wine if the mixture is not moist enough to stick together.
11. Take a cookie scoop and add the filling to the hollow of mushrooms in the baking pan.
12. Top them with parmesan cheese and pour some wine on them. 
13. Place the pan in the oven and bake the stuffed mushrooms for 8-10 minutes.
14. Cook them until the cheese melts and the mushrooms are thoroughly cooked.
15. Remove the pan from the oven, and sprinkle some seasoning and parsley above the stuffed mushrooms.

The Famous Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms are ready to serve four people. Serve them as an appetizer before the main course, or use them as an afternoon snack.

The Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms’ Nutrition

Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms are healthy snacks, and their single serving contains 510 calories. Moreover, it includes 15g protein, 34g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, and 42g fat.

In addition, these snacks are loaded with different minerals such as selenium, magnesium, iron, manganese,  phosphorus, potassium, zinc, folate, niacin, and thiamine.

How to Store the Stuffed Mushrooms

You can make the Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms at home in advance and store them for future dinners. As they are healthy snacks, you can also serve them to your guests before the main course.

The following is the best method to store the stuffed mushrooms:

1. First, take a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place the stuffed mushrooms.
2. Place the sheet in the freezer to freeze the stuffed mushrooms and prevent them from sticking to each other.
3. Once the mushrooms are frozen, take them off the sheet and place them in a freezer bag or container. 
4. If you want to place them above each other, use parchment paper between the layers.
5. Remove the excess air from the freezer bag or container and put them in the refrigerator.
6. To thaw the frozen mushrooms, place them in a preheated oven and bake them until they are warm.

If frozen properly, you can keep the stuffed mushrooms for three months.

Extra Dishes to Serve With the Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms

Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms are the famous appetizers you can serve with the following dishes:

• Mozzarella sticks
• Spinach salad
• Mushroom soup
• Baked potatoes
• Chicken parmesan

How to Keep Stuffed Mushrooms From Getting Soggy

Mushrooms are already wet, so avoid putting them in water. Moreover, pat them dry to remove the excess water after washing them. Additionally, bake the mushrooms from 350 to 400°F until they are dry and crispy. Furthermore, avoid soaking the stuffed mushroom in water; you can use wine instead.

Health Benefits of the Cheesecake Factory Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed mushrooms are healthy snacks as they are low in calories and have a fulfilling taste. The ingredients used in making the recipe are full of minerals and beneficial compounds. 

Moreover, the star ingredient is mushroom which is full of healthy benefits. It contains beta-glucans and linoleic acid, which are helpful in the prevention of prostate and breast cancer.

Furthermore, mushrooms help to increase immunity by leveling up the antiviral proteins in the body. Beta-glucans also help to protect from colds and flu. In addition, mushrooms also help in the maturity of dendritic cells to make the immune system stronger. Mushrooms are also high in iron which can cure anemia and maintain the iron level in the blood.

Conclusion

This article covers stuffed mushrooms’ ingredients, recipes, and health benefits. The famous Cheesecake Factory stuffed mushrooms are a healthy snack and one of the favorite appetizers on their menu. However, you can also cook these stuffed mushrooms at home by following the instructions from the recipe. Moreover, you can store these mushrooms for three months in the refrigerator and enjoy the snacks anytime you want. 

Mushrooms contain many healthy compounds and minerals that can help with anemia, prevent prostate and breast cancer, and boost immunity. We hope that you liked this recipe and added it to your kitchen to-do list for future healthy snacks.

 

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