Recipe description
June 26, 2026
Air fryer mushrooms stuffed with cottage cheese
Creamy cottage cheese stuffed air-fried mushrooms for gentle digestion
Sugar Conscious
One Pot Meal
Meal Prep Friendly
78%
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Takes about 2 minutes.
Why this recipe fits you
- Mushrooms provide fiber and polyphenols that support gut microbes.
- Balanced with cottage cheese protein while keeping fat modest.
- Air frying offers a quick, minimally processed option with little added oil.
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Ingredients
Mushroom
12
piece
Cheese, cottage
200
gram
Oil, olive
1
tablespoon
garlic
2
clove
Black pepper
0.5
teaspoon
Salt
0.5
teaspoon
Parsley
1
tablespoon
Instructions
1
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (390°F).
2
Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems.
3
In a bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and parsley.
4
Stuff each mushroom cap with the cottage cheese mixture.
5
Drizzle the stuffed mushrooms with olive oil.
6
Place the mushrooms in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
7
Remove from the air fryer and serve warm.
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Nutrition
70 kcal
Calories
5 g
Protein
3 g
Carbohydrates
1 g
Fiber
1 g
Sugar
5 g
Fat
2 g
Saturated fat
0.5 g
Salt
FAQ
Can I use other mushrooms or swap the filling?
Yes. Button, cremini, or portobello mushrooms work well. If you use larger mushrooms, adjust the filling amount and cooking time, and pat the mushrooms dry before stuffing to help the filling crisp up.
What should I mix into the cottage cheese for the filling?
Stir in minced garlic, chopped herbs (parsley, chives), salt, pepper, and optional grated cheese or breadcrumbs for texture.
What air fryer settings should I use?
Preheat if needed. Cook at about 180–190°C (350–375°F) for 8–12 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden.
Can I make this vegan or dairy-free?
Yes. Use a plant-based filling such as crumbled firm tofu or vegan cream cheese with herbs. The texture will differ, but it can still be tasty.
Can I prepare this in advance or store leftovers?
Yes. Refrigerate stuffed mushrooms in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes until hot and crisp.
How can I prevent soggy mushrooms?
Pat the mushrooms dry (don’t rinse), avoid too much liquid in the filling, preheat the air fryer, and don’t overcrowd the basket. Drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese.
How does this dish fit into a gut-friendly eating pattern?
Mushrooms provide fiber and polyphenols that may support gut bacteria; cottage cheese adds protein and calcium. Include it as part of a varied plant-and-dairy plan.
How many servings or portion sizes is this?
Typically 4–6 small stuffed mushrooms make a serving as a snack or side; adjust based on appetite and meal context.
What flavor variations can I try?
Add garlic powder, paprika, thyme or dill, lemon zest; finish with a light topper of grated cheese or breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
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