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Baked mushrooms stuffed with cheese; a warm appetizer with low carbs and moderate protein.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baked cheese stuffed mushrooms (120 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.1 g of carbs, 10.4 g of protein, 13.4 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
187
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
6.1g
· 2% DV
Protein
10.4g
· 21% DV
Fat
13.4g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 22% · Fat 65%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.4 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 7.08 g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 150 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 374 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 360 g | 562 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
To make baked cheese stuffed mushrooms, remove the stems, fill the caps with a cheese mixture, and bake until tender and melted. Chopped stems, garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs can add flavor and texture, though breadcrumbs are optional.
Mozzarella melts smoothly in baked cheese stuffed mushrooms, while Parmesan adds a sharper, saltier taste. You can combine them for a stretchy filling with more flavor, or use cream cheese as a soft base for herbs and chopped mushroom stems.
Baked cheese stuffed mushrooms usually take about 15–20 minutes in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven. They are ready when the caps are tender and the cheese is melted and lightly golden; smaller mushrooms may cook sooner.
No, you do not need to remove the gills for baked cheese stuffed mushrooms. The gills are edible, but scraping them out creates a little more room for filling and can make the finished mushrooms look neater.
Dry the mushroom caps well and avoid crowding them on the baking tray to keep baked cheese stuffed mushrooms from turning watery. A filling that is not too wet also helps, and salting the caps well in advance can draw out moisture.
Large white button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms work well for baked cheese stuffed mushrooms because their caps hold the filling. Choose caps of similar size so they cook evenly, and avoid mushrooms that are bruised or very soft.
Yes, you can assemble baked cheese stuffed mushrooms a few hours ahead and refrigerate them before baking. For a firmer result, keep the filling separate until shortly before baking, since filled caps can release moisture as they sit.
Baked cheese stuffed mushrooms can be frozen, but the mushrooms may become softer and release water after thawing. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer to an airtight container; reheat from frozen in the oven rather than thawing on the counter.
Serve baked cheese stuffed mushrooms with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or grilled meat for a fuller meal. As an appetizer, they pair well with other small bites and are easiest to eat while warm.
Store leftover baked cheese stuffed mushrooms in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven until hot throughout; this helps the cheese topping keep a better texture than reheating for too long in a microwave.
Vitamins
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B3
4.08mg · 26% DV
B5
1.26mg · 25% DV
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
187mg · 27% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Sodium
494mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
382mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 187 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Baked cheese stuffed mushrooms are made by filling mushroom caps with cheese and baking them until tender. They are a straightforward home-style appetiser rather than a dish tied to one particular region. Baking softens the mushrooms while the cheese turns warm and creamy, often with a lightly browned top.
Serve them hot as a starter or snack, or alongside a larger meal; they work well on a sharing platter, too. They are relatively low in carbohydrates and provide a moderate amount of protein. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of cheese and add herbs or black pepper for flavour.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.