Pizza-Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Pizza-stuffed mushroom caps are a flavorful, low-carb alternative to pizza, filled with cheese, marinara, and your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 12 large mushroom caps button mushrooms
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup cooked sausage or pepperoni optional
- ¼ cup chopped bell peppers optional
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Gently remove the stems from the mushroom caps and set aside. Scoop out the centers of the mushroom caps with a spoon to create more space for the filling.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the mushroom caps for 3-4 minutes on each side until they start to soften and release moisture. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, cooked sausage or pepperoni (if using), and any other pizza toppings you desire. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the pizza mixture into each mushroom cap, packing it in generously.
- Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the mushrooms are tender.
- Garnish with fresh basil (optional) and serve warm.
Notes
- For an extra crispy top, sprinkle a little more Parmesan cheese on top of each stuffed mushroom before baking.
- Make sure to remove excess moisture from the mushroom caps after sautéing to avoid soggy mushrooms.
