Creamy Garlic Mushroom Toast
A rich and savory dish featuring sautéed mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce, served over crisp, toasted bread. Perfect as a comforting breakfast, brunch, or light dinner option.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms (such as cremini, button, or mixed), sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or plant-based cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 slices crusty bread
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
- Reduce heat to low, then pour in heavy cream and stir to coat mushrooms.
- Add Parmesan cheese if using, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Meanwhile, toast bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Spoon the creamy garlic mushrooms over the toasted bread, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use mixed wild mushrooms for deeper flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream or oat cream and skip the Parmesan.
- Add a splash of white wine before the cream for extra richness.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: mushroom toast, creamy garlic mushrooms, brunch recipe, vegetarian toast topping, savory breakfast