Easy Faux Escargots

Elevate your appetizer game with these *Easy Faux Escargots*—a delightful twist on a French classic that's both simple to make and packed with irresistible flavor. Juicy white button mushrooms serve as the perfect vessel for a rich, garlicky butter filling infused with minced shallots, fresh parsley, and a splash of dry white wine. Topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs and optionally crowned with grated Parmesan cheese, these savory bites are baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving a unique starter, this recipe delivers all the elegance of escargots without the need for snails. Serve warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces White button mushrooms (large, stems removed)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 small Shallot (finely minced)
• 2 tablespoons Dry white wine
• 4 tablespoons Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Clean the mushroom caps with a damp paper towel and remove the stems, creating space for the filling.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and shallot, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped parsley, dry white wine, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute, then remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 5

Place the mushroom caps hollow-side up on a baking dish or sheet pan. Divide the butter mixture evenly among the mushrooms, using a small spoon to fill each cap.

Step 6

Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs over the butter mixture in each mushroom cap for a crisp topping.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.

Step 8

If desired, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside a salad for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	383.7 grams (383.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	654

Total Fat 53.00g	68%
Saturated Fat 29.80g	149%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 132mg	44%
Sodium 1529mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 35.40g	13%
Dietary Fiber 4.40g	16%
Total Sugars 4.30g
Protein 16.30g	33%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 177mg	14%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 862mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.8%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 20.7%