Holiday appetizers should be simple, elegant, and packed with seasonal flavor — and these Cranberry Pecan Stuffed Mushrooms check every box. Warm toasted breadcrumbs, garlic, pecans, and fresh herbs mix with sweet cranberries to create a festive, balanced filling that feels both comforting and special.
This recipe is the definition of cozy holiday food:
✔ Golden tops
✔ Sweet + savory contrast
✔ Warm herby aroma
✔ Aesthetic winter party vibe
They’re bite-sized, pretty on a platter, totally vegan, and incredibly easy. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner, attending a potluck, or just want a warm seasonal snack, these stuffed mushrooms always impress.
💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Holiday flavor in every bite
- Perfect for parties + gatherings
- Quick, easy, and totally vegan
- Aesthetic winter appetizer
- Great sweet + savory combo
- Cozy winter comfort made simple
⭐ Cranberry Pecan Stuffed Mushrooms (Festive Vegan Holiday Appetizer)
Description
These Cranberry Pecan Stuffed Mushrooms are the perfect festive vegan appetizer for winter gatherings, holiday parties, and cozy nights in. Filled with a savory herbed breadcrumb mix, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy toasted pecans, every bite brings warm seasonal flavor and beautiful holiday color. They’re easy to prep, quick to bake, and always a crowd favorite. Aesthetic, cozy, and delicious — the ideal plant-based appetizer for November, December, and all winter long.
Ingredients
Mushrooms
Filling
Finish
Instructions
Prep the mushrooms
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Remove stems, wipe clean, and place mushrooms hollow-side up on a baking tray.
Make the filling
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Melt vegan butter in a pan and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add breadcrumbs, cranberries, pecans, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Fill each mushroom generously
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Spoon the mixture tightly into the mushroom caps.
Drizzle with olive oil + bake
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes until tops are golden and mushrooms softened.
Serve warm with extra cranberries + herbs
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Perfect for holiday parties, dinners, and potlucks.
Note
💡 Tips
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed
- Add vegan cream cheese for a richer filling
- Use mushroom stems in the filling to avoid waste
- Toast pecans beforehand for deeper flavor
