Creamy Mushroom Garlic Toast – Crispy and Delicious

Crispy golden toast topped with creamy garlic mushrooms, Parmesan, and herbs. This easy savory recipe makes a delicious appetizer, brunch, snack, or light lunch.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings 4

Ingredients

8 slices crusty bread sourdough, ciabatta, or French bread
8 oz fresh mushrooms cremini, white button, or baby bella, sliced
3 cloves garlic freshly minced
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil plus extra for brushing
⅓ cup heavy cream
2 oz cream cheese softened
¼ cup Parmesan cheese finely grated, plus extra for topping
2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

Prepare the mushrooms: Clean and thinly slice the mushrooms. Set them aside while preparing the skillet.
Sauté the mushrooms and garlic: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until their moisture evaporates and they become golden. Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Make the creamy mushroom mixture: Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy. Add Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer gently until the mixture thickens.
Toast the bread: Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush them with olive oil or softened butter. Toast until crisp and golden around the edges.
Add the mushroom topping: Spoon the warm creamy mushroom mixture generously over each piece of toasted bread. Spread evenly and sprinkle with additional Parmesan.
Bake and finish: Return the topped toast to the oven and bake or broil briefly until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For the best texture, use sturdy crusty bread that can hold the creamy mushroom topping without becoming soggy. Cook the mushrooms until well browned before adding the cream for deeper flavor.

Serve immediately after baking while the toast is crisp and the mushroom topping is warm and creamy. For a spicier version, add a little extra red pepper flakes.

Calories: 390 kcal
Total Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg
Sodium: 650 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 32 g
Dietary Fiber: 3 g
Total Sugars: 4 g
Protein: 12 g

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on the specific bread, cheese, cream, and other ingredients used.