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Vegetarian Dutch Snack: Stroopwafel with Mushroom Cream Cheese and Fresh Herbs

A flavorful dutch snack perfect for vegetarian eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total) - Prep time: 10 minutes - Cook time: 5 minutes - Total time: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Dutch, Vegetarian

Allergens

Dairy (cream cheese)

Ingredients

  • 8 Stroopwafels
  • 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, chives), chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. a. In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the mushrooms until tender. Season with salt and pepper. b. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese and fresh herbs. c. Assemble the Dutch snack by spreading mushroom mixture on one side of each Stroopwafel and then topping it with a spoonful of the cream cheese herb mixture. d. Top with another Stroopwafel, pressing gently to adhere.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique flavor combinations.

Notes

The mushroom-cream cheese mixture can be made in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.

Cultural or Historical Background

Stroopwafels originated in the Netherlands and are a popular traditional Dutch snack.