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Creamy Mushroom Truffle Risotto

📋 Modified: May 28, 2025 Published: Jul 5, 2024 by 👩🏻‍🍳 Jami Powell · This post may contain affiliate links · 💬 1 Comment

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Learn how to make creamy Mushroom Truffle Risotto. This recipe skips expensive fresh truffles and uses truffle oil for a more budget-friendly way to get that bold, earthy flavor. It blends rich sautéed mushrooms with a delicate drizzle of truffle oil to create a dish that’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Don’t have truffle oil? No problem. This risotto is still full of flavor without it!

Love creamy comfort food but not a fan of mushrooms? Our Beef Stroganoff (No Mushrooms) Recipe has all the rich, velvety flavor—without the mushrooms!

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Mushroom risotto is a classic Italian dish known for its creamy texture and rich flavors. The addition of truffle oil brings this dish to a gourmet level, making it a favorite among home cooks and professional chefs. Originating from Northern Italy, risotto has become a staple in Italian cuisine and is loved for its comforting nature.

Make a Creamy Mushroom Pasta or Mushroom Swiss Burgers for another comforting meal.

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  • Substitutions & Variations
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  • Expert Tips for Success
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  • Recipe FAQs
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Why We Love This Recipe

  • Rich and Creamy Texture: The combination of Arborio rice and Parmesan creates a luxuriously creamy risotto. If you like this creamy side dish, you may also love our Easy Lemon Risotto.
  • Gourmet Flavor: Truffle oil adds a sophisticated, earthy flavor that makes this dish stand out.
  • Versatile and Family-Friendly: Perfect for a family dinner or an elegant meal for guests.
  • Simple Ingredients: Uses readily available ingredients and is easy to prepare.

Mushroom Truffle Risotto Ingredients

A labeled image of everything needed to make mushroom truffle risotto.
  • Arborio Rice: The key to a creamy risotto, Arborio rice absorbs liquid well, creating a rich texture. We use this ingredient in our Greek Rice Pudding, too!
  • Onion and Garlic: These aromatics add depth and flavor to the dish.
  • Chicken Stock: Use homemade or store-bought stock for a flavorful base.
  • Dry White Wine: Adds acidity and enhances the overall flavor.
  • Parmesan Cheese: Provides a sharp, nutty flavor that complements the mushrooms and truffle oil.
  • Mascarpone Cheese (optional): For an extra creamy texture.
  • Fresh Herbs (Thyme and Rosemary): These herbs add a fresh and fragrant touch.
  • Assorted Mushrooms: A mix of baby bella, shiitake, and cremini mushrooms for a rich, earthy flavor. Leftover mushrooms? Try our Puff Pastry Mushroom Gruyere Tart!
  • Truffle Oil: The star ingredient, adding a luxurious truffle aroma and flavor. We enjoy the Truff brand. It's great on French fries, too!

A full ingredient list with exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Arborio Rice: Substitute with Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice for similar results.
  • Chicken Stock: Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
  • Dry White Wine: Replace with additional stock if avoiding alcohol.

How to Make Creamy Mushroom Truffle Risotto

Sauteeing mushrooms in a skillet.

Step One: Cook the Mushrooms

In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the assorted mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.

Toasted rice with onion, garlic, and white white wine.

Step Two: Prepare the Risotto Base

In a dutch oven, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted. Add the chopped thyme and rosemary, stirring to combine.

Creamy risotto cooked down with wooden spoon in dutch oven.

Step Three: Cook the Risotto

Pour in the dry white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is fully absorbed.

Begin adding the warm chicken stock, one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the liquid to be absorbed before adding the next ladleful. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

Mushroom truffle risotto in a black serving bowl with mushrooms and parmesan on top.

Step Four: Finish the Risotto

Stir in the grated Parmesan and mascarpone cheese (if using). Add the mushrooms and continue to stir.

Drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons of truffle oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Expert Tips for Success

👩‍🍳Jami's Pro Tips: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Check out my expert tips below for the best flavor, texture, and meal prep hacks!

✔️ DO Stir constantly to help release the starch from the rice, creating a creamy texture.
✔️ DO Use warm stock. Adding cold stock can disrupt the cooking process.
❌ DO NOT Rush the cooking process. Take your time to let each addition of stock absorb before adding more.

Storage

Store leftover mushroom truffle risotto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dish is not ideal for freezing. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of stock to maintain the creamy consistency.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make mushroom risotto without wine?

Yes, you can make mushroom risotto without wine. Substitute the wine with an equal amount of chicken or vegetable stock. The wine adds acidity and depth of flavor, but your risotto will still be delicious without it.

What is the best type of rice for risotto?

Arborio rice is the best type of rice for risotto due to its high starch content, which helps create the creamy texture characteristic of risotto. Other suitable varieties include Carnaroli and Vialone Nano.

Can I use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock in mushroom risotto?

Yes, you can use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock to make mushroom risotto. This is a great option for vegetarians or those looking to reduce their meat consumption. The flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.

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Creamy Mushroom Truffle Risotto

Jami Powell
Learn how to make Creamy Mushroom Truffle Risotto. This recipe skips expensive fresh truffles and uses truffle oil for a more budget-friendly way to get that bold, earthy flavor. It blends rich sautéed mushrooms with a delicate drizzle of truffle oil to create a dish that’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Don’t have truffle oil? No problem. This risotto is still full of flavor without it!
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 496 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Dutch oven
  • Ladle
  • Wooden spoon
  • Large saucepan
  • Grater

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Arborio rice
  • 16 ounces white button mushrooms or assorted variety (baby bella, shiitake, and cremini), sliced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 cups chicken stock kept warm
  • ⅔ cup dry white wine Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons mascarpone optional
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon truffle oil

Instructions
 

  • In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the assorted mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted. Add the thyme and rosemary, stirring to combine.
  • Pour in the dry white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is fully absorbed.
  • Begin adding the warm chicken stock, one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the liquid to be absorbed before adding the next ladleful. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan and mascarpone cheese (if using). Add the mushrooms and continue to stir. Before serving, drizzle with truffle oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Notes

Tips Stir constantly adding one ladle of broth at a time to help release the starch from the rice, creating a creamy texture.
Storage Store leftover mushroom truffle risotto in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.
Reheat: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of stock to maintain the creamy consistency.
Substitutions
  • Arborio Rice: Substitute with Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice for similar results.
  • Chicken Stock: Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
  • Dry White Wine: Replace with additional stock if avoiding alcohol.
Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.
Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition

Calories: 496kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 583mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 222IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 172mgIron: 4mg
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  1. Jami says

    May 28, 2025 at 9:00 pm

    5 stars
    Creamy and delicious! 😋

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