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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Creamy Mushroom Dip

    Modified: Aug 28, 2022 by Addison LaBonte · This post may contain affiliate links · 30 Comments

    pin showing cracker being dipped into the casserole of the baked dip

    This Creamy Mushroom Dip combines two kinds of mushrooms and a blend of Italian grated cheeses to create a warm appetizer your guests will love.

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    holding a cracker after scooping into the creamy mushroom dip in the baking dish

    I'm so excited to share this Creamy Mushroom Dip! Why? Um, because MUSHROOMS. Oh, and CHEESE...

    ♪ These are just two of my favorite things. ♪ 

    Yes, I know the holidays are over, BUT it's technically NOT a Christmas song, so...

    Anyway, holidays or not, this dip is a real crowd-pleaser.

    It's a perfect party appetizer for any get-together and can be enjoyed with fresh veggies, tortilla chips, crackers, pretzels, crostini or any dipping device you desire.

    I started making this Creamy Mushroom Dip shortly after my husband and I got married.

    It was always one of our favorites, and if you're a mushroom lover, you'll be hooked too!

    So let's get on with the recipe...

    How to Make This Mushroom Dip

    First, preheat your oven to 375° F.

    Then, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

    Add mushrooms, onion and garlic and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.

    cooking mushrooms in a pan

    Next, combine the mushroom mixture with cream cheese, mayonnaise, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, black pepper and cayenne pepper in a large mixing bowl.

    You can lighten up the recipe by using reduced-fat cream cheese and light mayonnaise in place of their full-fat counterparts.

    mushrooms added to cream cheese mixture in a mixing bowl

    Spoon the dip into a 2-quart casserole dish coated with cooking spray. Top with remaining grated cheese. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is lightly browned.

    dip in casserole dish after being baked

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    5 from 14 votes

    Creamy Mushroom Dip

    This Creamy Mushroom Dip combines two kinds of mushrooms and a blend of Italian grated cheeses to create a warm appetizer your guests will love.
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Keyword cheese, christmas, dip, game day, gluten free, holiday recipes, mushrooms
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 -10
    Author Sireesha A.

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons olive oil
    • 16 oz. baby bella mushrooms (chopped)
    • 5 oz. shiitake mushrooms (chopped)
    • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
    • 1 clove garlic (peeled and finely chopped)
    • 16 oz. cream cheese
    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese* plus 2 tablespoons
    • ¼ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese* plus 2 tablespoons
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • Olive oil cooking spray

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375° F.
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic and saute for 5-7 minutes until tender.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine mushroom mixture with cream cheese, mayonnaise, ¼ cup Pecorino Romano cheese, ¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano, parsley, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well blended.
    • Spray 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray and then add in dip. Ensure it has been evenly distributed in the casserole. Top with remaining grated cheese.
    • Bake for 30-40 minutes until top is lightly browned.

    (Please refer to the post above for instructional photographs and other helpful information for this recipe)

    Notes

    To make a lightened up version of this recipe, replace regular cream cheese with reduced-fat cream cheese and regular mayonnaise with light mayonnaise.
    *Note that traditional Pecorino Romano and Parmigiano Reggiano are not technically vegetarian as they contain animal rennet. However, BelGioioso and 365 by Whole Foods are two brands that offer a vegetarian-friendly Parmesan. Feel free to replace both the Pecorino Romano and Parmigiano Reggiano with a vegetarian-friendly Parmesan if desired.

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    1. David @ Spiced

      January 02, 2019 at 8:09 am

      5 stars
      What a fun appetizer idea, Sherri! I know the holidays might be over, but I could totally see this one coming out for a Super Bowl party. I've never had a mushroom dip, but the flavors here sound like they're spot on. I'm totally keeping this one in mind for the next time we're hanging out with friends! Happy New Year, my friend!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        January 02, 2019 at 2:39 pm

        Thanks so much, David! Hope you get a chance to try it; it's one of our favorites in the Hall house! Happy New Year! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Saima

      November 24, 2018 at 4:09 pm

      5 stars
      Mushrooms and cheese are two of my favourite ingredients too! This looks so yummy!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 25, 2018 at 12:27 pm

        Yes, they are so good together! 🙂 Thanks Saima!

        Reply
    3. Julie

      November 24, 2018 at 3:58 pm

      5 stars
      This looks fabulous! I love mushrooms but for some reason I never seem to use them! This Dip would be the perfect excuse to indulge.
      Thanks for sharing
      J

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 25, 2018 at 12:27 pm

        Go for it! Thanks Julie!

        Reply
    4. Ellen

      November 24, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      I love serving baked dips. No one ever makes them! This is going into the "to try" file.

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 25, 2018 at 12:29 pm

        Baked dips are just so comforting. Hope you enjoy! Thanks Ellen! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Tisha

      November 24, 2018 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious dip for a holiday get together!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 25, 2018 at 12:29 pm

        Thank you Tisha!

        Reply
    6. Krista

      November 24, 2018 at 2:08 pm

      5 stars
      What a great dip! I have never had anything like this and I cant wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 24, 2018 at 2:19 pm

        Thanks so much, Krista! It's one of our favorites! Hope you enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    7. allie

      January 10, 2017 at 9:48 pm

      Sherry!!! This looks so delicious. I am a mushroom lover through and through. Londyn is one smart cookie. Happy New Year my friend, and cheers to a great year ahead!!!

      Reply
    8. allie

      January 10, 2017 at 9:47 pm

      Sherry!!! This looks so delicious. I am a mushroom lover through and through. Londyn is one smart cookie. Happy New Year my friend, and cheers to a great year ahead!!1

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 11, 2017 at 11:48 am

        Thanks so much Allie! Happy New Year to you as well! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Anlet prince - Annslittlecorner

      January 04, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      Wow this is a reall creamy treat

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 09, 2017 at 12:33 pm

        Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Tracy

      January 03, 2017 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      Girl, you are SO right... mushrooms and cheese... hello, does it get much better?? This is the kind of dip I can't make eye contact with at a party- otherwise I'll be stuck next to it all night!!

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 03, 2017 at 7:32 pm

        Thanks so much Tracy! I hear that! 🙂

        Reply
    11. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

      January 03, 2017 at 5:59 pm

      5 stars
      This will be perfect for the upcoming football season! What a great dip to share or appetizer to put out.

      Reply
    12. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

      January 03, 2017 at 5:58 pm

      5 stars
      What a great appetizer or platter to share. Not the holidays, but there will be plenty of football parties this would be perfect for!

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 03, 2017 at 6:00 pm

        Thanks Michelle! Woo-hoo football season! 🙂

        Reply
    13. lisa @ garlicandzest.com

      January 03, 2017 at 5:56 pm

      This just looks dangerous! Pour me a glass of wine and pass the crackers please!

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 03, 2017 at 5:59 pm

        Yes, yes, yes! Thanks Lisa! 🙂

        Reply
    14. valentina

      January 03, 2017 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      What a crowd pleaser this would be among my friends & family. Looks so rich and hearty - and delicious!

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 03, 2017 at 5:59 pm

        Thank you so much Valentina! 🙂

        Reply
    15. Platter Talk

      January 03, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      Mushroom dip... sounds decadent. Something I've never tried but I love mushrooms, so you know that I must give this a shot!

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 03, 2017 at 4:46 pm

        Thanks Dan! Mushrooms are just sooooo delicious! 🙂

        Reply
    16. Stephanie@ApplesforCJ

      January 03, 2017 at 3:40 pm

      Yummm. This sounds so good..Everything I love incorporated into a dip. I'm a big mushroom and cheese lover so I need to give this a try.

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        January 03, 2017 at 4:50 pm

        Thank you Stephanie! Three cheers for mushrooms and cheese! 🙂

        Reply

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