Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

These deliciously cheesy stuffed mushrooms are a breeze to make in the air fryer. Stuffed with ricotta and cheddar, and topped with parmesan and panko breadcrumbs, this is one crowd pleasing appetizer.

Overhead shot of six air fryer stuffed mushrooms on a circular chopping board and garnished with parsley.

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my privacy policy here.

If you are looking for an easy cheesy appetizer, then these air fryer stuffed mushrooms may be just the thing you are craving.

Super simple and easy to make, they are loaded with texture and flavor and they make for a wonderful sharing finger food that's perfect for parties.

This classic mushroom recipe works so well in the air fryer, and is always a real crowd pleaser.

Be sure to try my Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms and Baked Stuffed Mushrooms too!

Why you will love this recipe!

Quick and easy: Simple to prep and quickly cooked in the air fryer, these are ready to serve in 20 minutes.
Make ahead: These are a great make ahead option if you are hosting, and they are freezer friendly too.
So delicious! These air fryer stuffed mushrooms are perfectly cheesy with a creamy soft filling and crunchy topping. They have a slight tang, and the natural flavor of the mushrooms shines through.

Close up of an air fried stuffed mushroom garnished with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

Mushrooms: I used baby bella mushrooms for this recipe, they are the perfect side for a finger food appetizer and you can fit a good amount of the filling in the caps. For a sit down appetizer, you can use portobello mushrooms instead.
Cheese: The filling is made with a mix of ricotta and cheddar, and freshly grated parmesan is sprinkled on top for an extra cheesy kick.
Dijon mustard: This adds a nice tang, without being too overpowering. For a milder flavor you can use wholegrain or yellow mustard.
Panko breadcrumbs: Sprinkled on top of the mushrooms with the parmesan for a crispy topping. In a pinch you can use fine breadcrumbs, but they won't get as crispy. You can use gluten-free panko if you have an intolerance.
Green onion: The green onion adds a nice mild freshness. Finely diced red onion will also work well.
Seasonings: Fresh parsley, salt and pepper.

How to make air fryer stuffed mushrooms

Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!

Mix together the filling and topping ingredients in two bowls (photo 1).
Fill the mushrooms with the ricotta filling and top with the parmesan panko. Place in the air fryer basket (photo 2).
Cook til the tops start to brown (photo 3).

Three step by step photos to show how to make and cook the mushrooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make them ahead of time?

Yes, this is a great make ahead recipe. You can stuff the mushrooms a day or two before you plan to serve them and keep them covered in the fridge until you are ready to cook them.

Once cooked, the mushrooms will keep well in the fridge for about 3 days, store them in a large air tight container so that cool air circulates around them. They can quickly be reheated in the air fryer at 360F for a couple of minutes to serve.

Can you freeze them?

If you want to make a batch of these air fryer stuffed mushrooms further ahead of time, then freezing is a great option. For best results freeze them before you cook them. Freeze solid on a baking sheet before transferring to a container or bag and they will keep well for up to 3 months.

You can cook the mushrooms right from frozen in the air fryer at 370F for around 13 minutes, there's no need to defrost them first.

Do you have to clean the mushrooms?

Mushrooms do tend to have loose dirt on them, so it's important to clean them. I actually prefer to peel the skin off of the mushrooms to remove all the dirt and it's pretty easy and fuss free. If you want to keep the skin on, wipe them with a damp cloth. Don't rinse them under running water and they will absorb a lot of moisture and they'll be soggy once they are cooked. Simply pull out the stems and they are ready to stuff.

Five stuffed mushrooms on a chopping board with fresh parsley.

Recipe Variations

These air fryer stuffed mushrooms are pretty delicious as they are, but you can easily adapt them to suit your tastes. Other shredded cheeses can be used in place of the cheddar, and use a rennet free parmesan, or omit it, to make these vegetarian friendly. The parsley can be swapped for other fresh herbs like dill or cilantro.

Recipe Notes and Tips

Preheat the air fryer before adding the mushrooms to cook so that they cook evenly. If you don't have a preheat setting, set it to 360F for 5 minutes to warm it up.
This recipe is easily doubled. If you are making more, don't overcrowd the air fryer basket and cook in batches if needed.
Different air fryer models can cook differently, so cooking times may vary. Mine were perfectly done at 10 minutes, but check them at 8 minutes and then cook til golden brown.

More Mushroom Recipes

I love hearing from you!! If you have tried these air fryer stuffed mushrooms, be sure to scroll down, give them a star rating and let me know what you thought!

For more tasty treats, food inspiration and fun, be sure to follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest – come say hi!

Be sure to keep in touch and sign up to Slow The Cook Down to grab your free e-book ‘Stress Free Recipes Made For Sharing’