Description
Cranberry Brie Phyllo Cups are a festive, bite-sized appetizer featuring crispy phyllo shells filled with creamy brie cheese and topped with tangy cranberry sauce. Quick to assemble and elegant to serve, these cups are perfect for holiday parties, brunches, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Cups
- 1 package (15 count) frozen mini phyllo shells
Filling
- 5 oz brie cheese, cut into small cubes (rind removed if desired)
- ½ cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
Toppings (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange the frozen mini phyllo shells evenly on a baking sheet to prepare for filling.
- Fill Phyllo Cups: Place one small cube of brie cheese into each phyllo shell, ensuring even distribution so every cup has a creamy center.
- Add Cranberry Sauce: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of the brie in each cup, adding the perfect balance of tangy sweetness.
- Optional Toppings: Sprinkle chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) and finely chopped fresh rosemary over the cups if using, to add texture and an herbal note.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the brie is melted and bubbly and the phyllo edges turn golden and crisp.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and let the phyllo cups cool for a few minutes so they are safe to handle and the flavors meld.
- Final Touch: Just before serving, lightly drizzle honey over the cups if desired to add a hint of natural sweetness.
- Serve: These phyllo cups are best served warm or at room temperature, perfect for entertaining and easy to enjoy in one bite.
Notes
- You can prepare these appetizer cups ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating, then baking them just before serving to save time.
- For a flavor variation, replace the cranberry sauce with fig jam or apricot preserves to complement the creamy brie with different fruit notes.
