Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab and cheese are easy to make and always a crowd pleaser. And the best part is, you can make these bite sized air fryer appetizers ahead of time, ready to pop into the air fryer when guests arrive.

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You can use the oven to make these like I do with these Classic Stuffed Mushrooms but stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer are perfect for smaller batches.
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Why We Love These Tasty Treats
- Air fried stuffed mushrooms with crab are the perfect party finger food. They are always a popular appetizer and tend to disappear fast.
- They're one of the easiest appetizers to make, and you can even make them ahead and air fry them as needed.
- The delicious filling for stuffing the mushrooms is just 4 ingredients.
- Stuffed mushrooms in air fryer take only 10 minutes to make.
- This easy appetizer recipe is gluten free (no breadcrumbs) and low carb , so everyone can enjoy them.
- Most important, these crab stuffed, cheesy bites are delicious, and one of those favorite appetizers that everyone loves!
Ingredient Notes
- Mushrooms I used cremini mushrooms, which are small Portobello mushrooms (baby bellas), but you can also use large white button mushrooms.
- Crab I used canned crab meat, but you can use fresh, frozen (thawed) or even imitation crab.
- Cheese Mozzarella cheese is perfect because it melts so nicely, however any cheese will work.
- Mayonnaise Use real full fat mayonnaise. The egg in the mayo acts as a binder.
- Old Bay Seasoning Old Bay is magic with seafood, and it's the only seasoning required for these air fryer stuffed mushrooms.
How To Make It
Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a damp paper towel to remove any loose dirt. Don't run the mushrooms under water because they will absorb it and become soggy.
Remove the stems from the mushrooms. To do this, hold each mushroom cap in the palm of your hand, and with the other hand, gently bend the stem. They will snap off easily. Keep the stems to use in another recipe.
- Stir all of the filling ingredients together, reserving ยผ cup of the cheese.
- Scoop filling into each mushroom cap, mounding the tops.
- Top each filled mushroom with the remaining cheese.
- Place the stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer in a single layer, and cook them for 6-8 minutes. (Cooking time can vary depending on your air fryer and the size of the mushrooms.)
Recipe Tips
- Reserve the mushroom stems to use in soups, stews, and other dishes. You can finely chop the stems and add to burgers and meatloaf, too.
- Stuff the mushrooms up to one day ahead and store them in the fridge until you are ready to air fry them.
- After air frying, allow the mushrooms to cool for 5 minutes before serving them.
- Air fryer stuffed mushrooms are delicious when warm, but they're also good at room temperature or cold from the fridge.
- To reheat them, return them to the air fryer and cook for 2-3 minutes on the "reheat setting, or at 350ยฐ
Variations
These crab stuffed mushrooms are a favorite recipe, but you can also try different fillings, too. Some other filling ideas:
- Italian sausage and Parmesan cheese
- Spinach and feta cheese
- Smoked salmon and cream cheese
FAQs
Mushrooms have a high water content and they will release water when they're cooked. If they are washed under running water, they will absorb even more water, so clean mushrooms with a damp cloth and not under running water. Luckily, the air fryer cooks the mushrooms quickly with high heat, resulting in less water.
I don't recommend freezing the cooked mushrooms. They will be soggy. However you can freeze them before you air fry them. Flash freeze them on a tray until firm, then pack them in an airtight containers or freezer bag. Cook them from frozen in the air fryer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
You can keep the mushrooms for a day or two. I would not keep them longer than that.
If you still don't have an air fryer, what are you waiting for? But seriously yes, you can bake these on a parchment lined baking sheet in the oven at 350ยฐ for 15 minutes.
More Delicious Air Fryer Appetizers
The air fryer is perfect for Appetizers! For your next party you might also want to try Air Fryer Asparagus Fries, Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, Zucchini Fritters, Fried Goat Cheese Balls or Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs.
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Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients
- 1 pound large mushrooms (about 1 dozen) cremini or white button
- 8 ounce crab meat
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese grated
- ยผ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
- Spray the air fryer basket lightly with oil, and preheat it to 400ยฐ
- Clean mushrooms with a paper towel and remove the stems, leaving a cavity in each for the filling.
- Put the mushroom caps, stem side down in the preheated air fryer. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Transfer the mushrooms to a paper towel lined plate.
- In a bowl, combine crab meat, ยพ of the cheese, mayonnaise, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Fill each mushroom with the crab mixture, heaping the filling
- Top the filled mushrooms with the remainder of the cheese
- Place mushrooms in a single layer in the air fryer basket (you may need to do this in batches).
- Cook 5 minutes or until the filling is beginning to brown.
- Transfer to a paper towel lined plate and allow the mushrooms to cool for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Julia
These look and sound amazing. We absolutely love stuffed mushrooms and we'll be making these soon. Thanks for the great recipe!
Colleen
You're very welcome, Julia. Enjoy!
Sadia
mushroom air fried with cheese what else does one want, it is delicious.
Colleen
Happy to hear that you liked them, Sadia!
nancy
you had me at crab and cheese! so tasty my whole family enjoyed these!
Colleen
That's so great to hear, Nancy. So happy you & your family loved these stuffed mushrooms!
Allyssa
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing stuffed mushrooms recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
Colleen
I'm so happy the recipe worked out well for you, Allyssa. And I really appreciate that you came back to comment. Thank you!
Bernice
I just got an air fryer just before Christmas so I could try all the great air fryer appetizers out there. This one is next on my list because it has all the stuffing ingredients I love.
Colleen
Hi Bernice, Congratulations on the new air fryer. You will love all the yummy things you can do with it. Enjoy these stuffed mushrooms!
Veronika Sykorova
I'm so tempted to get an air fryer but for right now, I'm glad I can make these mushrooms in the oven too! They look scrumptious!
Colleen
You won't regret it Veronika! Enjoy!
Jere Cassidy
Yep, I am the person that still doesn't have an air fryer, so thanks for giving the oven baking temperature and how to. Also, all of the variations you added sound delicious. I want to try them all.
Colleen
Hi Jere! I was resistant as well, but then after getting one as a gift, I am sold! I hope you do try all of these stuffed mushroom versions!
Kayla DiMaggio
These air fryer stuffed mushrooms were perfect! They were so delicious and easy to make!
Colleen
Kayla, this makes me so happy! Thanks for your feedback!
Jerika
I can say that this Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab and cheese is one of my favorite bite sized air fryer appetizers.:) Thanks!:)
Colleen
I'm super happy to hear this, Jerika! You're very welcome!
Jeannie
great appetizers and side dish during the Holidays, will make again for our next gathering
Colleen
I'm so glad they worked out well for you, Jeannie!
Gina
I make mushrooms in the AF all the time but have yet to do stuffed ones - can't wait to try this recipe out!
Colleen
I know you'll love these, Gina. Enjoy!
Danielle Wolter
Great recipe! The mushrooms came out just perfect and the filling was delicious! And so easy to make!
Colleen
This makes me so happy, Danielle! Your feedback is appreciated!
Savita
So easy to make and a great appetizer too.
Colleen
They really are easy, aren't they Savita? Thanks for your feedback!
Andrea
I absolutely love how these easy air fryer mushrooms are stuffed. I could eat these as my lunch or a snack.
Colleen
You can eat them anytime Andrea! So glad you love them!
Kate Hahnel
I have been looking for new recipes to start the year so you can imagine my delight when I came across this recipe. My mushrooms turned out so tasty, thank you!
Colleen
You're so welcome, Kate! I'm so glad these mushrooms turned out great for you!