Phillips Mushroom Farms to launch first vegan stuffed mushroom
Phillips Mushroom Farms to launch first vegan stuffed mushroom
Phillips Mushroom Farms, a fourth-generation family business with more than 95 years of experience growing fresh, high-quality mushrooms, is launching its first vegan stuffed mushroom, created in partnership with Philadelphia-based plant-based cheese innovator Bandit.
The new item was set to make its debut at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Anaheim, CA (booth No. 4152), and will be available in retail locations starting in 2026.
Sean Steller, director of business development at Kennett Square, PA-based Phillips, said that stuffed mushrooms have long been a staple at gatherings and are most often filled with cream cheese or a cheese blend.
Mushrooms and cheese naturally complement one another — savory umami paired with rich, gooey cheese, according to Steller, who added that Phillips and Bandit are taking this classic to the next level with a bold, plant-based twist.
The new Buffalo Dip Baby Bella Stuffed Mushrooms feature Bandit’s clean-label, cashew-based cheese blended with buffalo sauce and an unexpected ingredient: oyster mushrooms. The result: A one-of-a-kind umami-packed “buffalo chicken” flavor and texture without any dairy or meat.
“True innovation means moving beyond the old playbook,” said Steller. “For many years, cheese stuffed mushrooms with crab, garlic, and even bacon bits were the go-to. Today’s consumer is looking for bold flavor, clean ingredients, and plant-based options that don’t compromise on taste. This product delivers all three. We are very excited to launch this collaboration”
“We’re excited to partner with Phillips Mushroom Farms, a company that shares our commitment to quality and innovation,” said Bo Babaki, founder of Bandit. “This collab is about showing people that plant-based food can be seamlessly fun, delicious, and nostalgic all at once.”
The product launch reflects Phillips Mushroom Farms’ ongoing mission to bring mushrooms to the center of the plate through fresh, sustainable and creative applications.
