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Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms – Appetizer Recipes Everyone Will Love

If you're hunting for appetizer recipes that hit that perfect balance of savory and satisfying, you’re in for a treat. These vegan stuffed mushrooms are little bites of joy—tender mushrooms filled with a savory plant-based stuffing that's bursting with flavor. We make this dish when we want to impress, or when we just need a solid, reliable recipe that always delivers. I remember the first time I made these—I had leftover herbs, some walnuts hanging around, and mushrooms that were on their last good day. It was a weeknight dinner that turned into a favorite. They’ve since earned their place on our holiday table, our potluck rotation, and our solo movie nights. Whether you're new to plant based recipes or you're a seasoned pro in the kitchen, these stuffed mushrooms are easy, no-fuss, and totally satisfying. They belong in every folder labeled “recipes vegan” or “the kitchen recipes” and they’re proof that plant based food doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Plant-Based
Keywords: appetizer recipes, Plant Based Food, Plant based recipes, recipes vegan, Stuffed Mushrooms Recipes, The kitchen recipes, Vegan recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Eleanor

Ingredients

  • 16 cremini mushrooms (stems removed and reserved)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Clean the mushroom caps with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Set caps aside and finely chop the stems.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped stems, onion, and garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant—about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the breadcrumbs, walnuts, parsley, salt, pepper, and nutritional yeast if using. Cook another 2 minutes.
  5. Scoop the mixture into the mushroom caps, pressing down gently.
  6. Arrange stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the mushrooms are tender.
  8. Serve warm with an extra sprinkle of parsley, if you’re feeling fancy.