French Onion–Stuffed Mushroom Bites

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Inspired by classic French onion soup, these stuffed mushrooms pack the rich, savory flavors of caramelized onions, melted Gruyère and a hint of sherry vinegar into a bite-size appetizer. A quick broil gives the tops their golden, bubbly finish. Garnished with fresh thyme, they’re the perfect addition to holiday spreads, dinner parties or anytime you want a warm, crowd-pleasing starter.

Active Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8
  • Caramelizing onions until deeply golden builds rich, sweet-savory flavor.
  • Mushrooms contain selenium, an antioxidant that may help prevent cardiovascular disease.
  • These mushroom bites are perfect for a game-day spread or holiday gathering.
Ingredients for French onion stuffed mushrooms arranged on a table including mushrooms onions cheese broth herbs and seasoning

Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food stylist: Isabelle Easter, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 24 medium cremini mushrooms (about 1 pound)

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • 2 large yellow onions, sliced (about 6 cups)

  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar

  • ½ cup unsalted beef broth

  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

  • 2 tablespoons dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs

  • Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove and discard stems from 24 mushrooms; use a spoon to scrape and discard gills. Toss the mushroom caps with 1 tablespoon oil and ¼ teaspoon salt on a large rimmed baking sheet. Arrange cap-side up and bake until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon butter and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and the remaining ½ teaspoon salt; cook, stirring often, until deeply golden brown, about 40 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar, scraping up any browned bits; cook until evaporated, about 1 minute. Add ½ cup broth and cook, stirring often, until the onions are glazed and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes.

    Caramelized onions cooking in a pan on a marble countertop

    Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food stylist: Isabelle Easter, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

  3. Fill each mushroom cap with about 2 teaspoons caramelized onions. Top the mushrooms with 1 cup Gruyère and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Increase oven temperature to broil; broil until the cheese is bubbly and the breadcrumbs are golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Garnish with thyme, if desired.

    Recipe image of French Onion–Stuffed Mushroom Bites.

    Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food stylist: Isabelle Easter, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

EatingWell.com, September 2025

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

192 Calories
10g Fat
20g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 3 mushroom bites
Calories 192
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 9g
Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 8g 16%
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Vitamin A 50µg
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 1mg 4%
Folate 35µg
Vitamin K 4µg
Sodium 372mg 16%
Calcium 184mg 14%
Iron 1mg 4%
Magnesium 29mg 7%
Potassium 441mg 9%
Zinc 1mg 11%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.