Want to look like a kitchen genius while barely lifting a finger? Make these Boursin-stuffed mushrooms for your next gathering! They are fast, easy, and delicious — and there’s even a vegan option for anyone following a dairy-free diet!
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What are Boursin-Stuffed Mushrooms?
Imagine a bite-sized mushroom filled with creamy, garlic-and-herb goodness and topped with crisp, golden breadcrumbs — that’s a Boursin-stuffed mushroom. These little flavor bombs use Boursin cheese, a classic French soft cheese with fresh herbs and garlic that melts beautifully in the oven. And if you are an alpha gal who doesn’t consume dairy, keep reading because I’ve got you!
Key Ingredients in This Recipe
These mushrooms may be small, but they’re bursting with big flavors. Let’s dig deeper into the key ingredients.
Mushrooms
You can use baby bella, cremini, or button mushrooms for this recipe. And, fun fact: They’re all different names for the same type of mushroom! The difference is mainly in size and maturity — sort of how I’m the same person whether you catch me before or after my morning coffee. Baby bellas and creminis have a little more flavor than white buttons, but they all hold up well for stuffing.
Related Article: How to Store Mushrooms for Maximum Freshness
Boursin
Boursin is a soft French cheese that debuted in Normandy in the 1960s and quickly spread (see what I did there?!?) to the US. With its rich, creamy texture and garlic and herb flavor, it’s incredibly versatile for a wide variety of savory dishes.
In October 2020, Boursin introduced a dairy-free version that made alpha gals everywhere do a happy dance. The best part? In a blind taste test, my youngest daughter (who has considered herself a cheese connoisseur since her second birthday) couldn’t tell the difference between the vegan and regular mushrooms. Score one for the alpha gals!
How to Make Boursin-Stuffed Mushrooms
These little bites are ridiculously easy to put together, which makes them all the more perfect for parties and get-togethers. Here’s how it’s done:
- Prep the Mushrooms: First, clean the mushrooms and remove the stems. This creates a nice little cup for all that delicious herby cheese.
- Fill with Cheese: Scoop a bit of Boursin into each mushroom cap. (And if you’ve got extra, don’t worry -– I’ve got some snack ideas for you in the notes!)
- Top with Breadcrumbs: Mix breadcrumbs with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any spices you like. Sprinkle this mixture on top of each mushroom and press it gently into the cheese.
- Bake: Pop these beauties in a 400°F oven for 10-15 minutes, then give them a quick broil to make the breadcrumbs golden and crispy.
- Serve Hot: Plate them up while they’re warm and watch them vanish!
Dairy-Free Boursin-Stuffed Mushrooms
Making these stuffed mushrooms dairy-free is as simple as swapping the regular Boursin for the dairy-free version! You’ll still follow the same recipe steps, and trust me — the dairy-free Boursin is just as rich and flavorful, you won’t miss out.
How to Store Leftover Boursin Mushrooms
If you have superhuman willpower and have leftover mushrooms, just pop them in an airtight container in a single layer, and they’ll stay fresh in the fridge for three to four days. If you need to stack them, place a piece of parchment paper between the layers to prevent sticking. When it’s time to reheat, skip the microwave (unless you don’t mind soggy breadcrumbs) and go for the air fryer or oven to rekindle the crispy topping.
Boursin Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients
- One 5.2-oz box of Boursin OR a 6-oz container of dairy-free Boursin slightly softened at room temperature
- 10 oz fresh mushrooms I recommend baby bella, cremini mushrooms, or white button mushrooms
- ½ cup panko Japanese-style breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems. (See note below about ways to use the mushroom stems.)
- Place the clean mushroom caps on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Using a small spoon, fill each uncooked mushroom cap with Boursin. (You may have leftover cheese. See notes below for suggestions.)
- Combine the breadcrumbs, olive oil, and spices in a small mixing bowl.
- Top each cheese-filled mushroom with the breadcrumb mixture and press gently into the Boursin cheese.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes. Then, broil for 1 minute so the breadcrumb topping turns golden brown.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Don’t toss the mushroom stems! They are a delicious, alpha-gal friendly substitute for bacon bits. All you need to do is finely dice them, season them with salt and pepper, and cook them in hot oil until they are crisp and brown. Or, save them to make homemade vegetable stock.
- Although the dairy-free Boursin is currently only available in the original garlic and herbs flavor, alpha gals who tolerate dairy have several additional options like shallot and chive, cracked black pepper, caramelized onion and herbs, rosemary and black garlic, and more. Any of them taste great stuffed in mushrooms!
- Can’t find Boursin near you, or want to switch things up further? You can substitute herbed goat cheese or cream cheese. Just be sure to choose a dairy-free option if needed.
- If you have leftover Boursin, enjoy the spreadable cheese on crackers, on your favorite savory sandwich, or with vegetables like cherry tomatoes or carrots.
- While I like the light crunch of panko, you can also use regular or Italian breadcrumbs.
- Feel free to substitute an equal amount of melted butter (or vegan butter) for the olive oil.
- You can also stuff larger mushrooms like shitake or portobellos with Boursin, top them with breadcrumbs, and serve them as a side dish. Just bake them a little longer so the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition
Please Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated. It should only be used as an approximation.
This looks absolutely irresistible!
These Boursin-stuffed mushrooms are the perfect bite-sized treat!