Keto Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms
Servings
4 servings (about 12 stuffed mushrooms)
Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 18–20 minutes
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Total: ~35 minutes
Ingredients
Base
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12 large button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms
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1 tablespoon olive oil
Pizza Filling
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½ cup pizza sauce (choose low-carb)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Toppings
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¼ cup chopped pepperoni
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¼ cup diced bell peppers
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2 tablespoons chopped black olives
Seasonings
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon **black pepper>
Optional Garnish
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Fresh chopped basil
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Mushrooms
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Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel.
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Remove the stems carefully to create space for the filling.
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Lightly brush the mushroom caps with olive oil.
3. Prepare the Filling
In a bowl combine:
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Pizza sauce
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Half of the mozzarella cheese
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Parmesan cheese
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Italian seasoning
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Garlic powder
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Black pepper
Mix until well combined.
4. Stuff the Mushrooms
Place the mushroom caps on the baking sheet.
Fill each mushroom with 1–2 tablespoons of the pizza mixture.
Top with:
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Remaining mozzarella cheese
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Pepperoni
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Bell peppers
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Black olives
5. Bake
Bake for 18–20 minutes until:
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The mushrooms are tender
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The cheese is melted and slightly golden
6. Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Tips for Best Results
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Choose large mushrooms so they hold more filling.
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Pre-bake the mushroom caps for 5 minutes if you want them less juicy.
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Use low-carb pizza sauce to keep the recipe keto.
Approximate Keto Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: ~210
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Net Carbs: ~3–4 g
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Protein: ~14 g
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Fat: ~16 g