Shroom Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this luxurious Shroom Spread, a creamy and flavorful mushroom dip that’s perfect for parties or cozy nights in. Featuring earthy cremini mushrooms sautéed with garlic, shallots, and fragrant thyme, this luscious spread is blended with tangy cream cheese and a hint of lemon juice for a smooth, velvety texture and bright finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for spreading on crispy crostini, pairing with crackers, or serving alongside fresh veggies. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley for a pop of color and extra flair. Perfect for mushroom lovers, this quick and easy spread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that can also be made ahead for convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams cremini mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 unit shallot, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 120 grams cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the cremini mushrooms with a damp paper towel or rinse them briefly and pat dry. Roughly chop the mushrooms into small pieces.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped shallot to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and thyme leaves to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds, ensuring the garlic doesn’t burn.

Step 5

Add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and are golden brown.

Step 6

Season the mushroom mixture with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked mushrooms to a food processor and add the softened cream cheese and lemon juice.

Step 9

Pulse the mixture until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Transfer the Shroom Spread to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetables. You can also store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(457.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	842.8

Total Fat 80.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 194.9mg	0%
Sodium 1591.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 15.3g	0%

Vitamin D 17.5IU	0%
Calcium 194.1mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 1350.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.7%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 10.3%