Description
Cranberry and Brie Phyllo Cups offer a perfect blend of creamy Brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce nestled in crispy, flaky phyllo shells. This easy-to-make appetizer is ideal for holiday gatherings or any festive occasion, combining savory and sweet flavors with a touch of fresh rosemary for garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Cups
- 1 package phyllo cups (12 count)
Filling
- 1 wheel Brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
Garnish
- Fresh rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
- Prepare Phyllo Cups: Arrange the phyllo cups on a baking sheet, ready to be filled.
- Add Brie Cheese: Place a small cube of Brie cheese into each phyllo cup, ensuring each cup has ample creamy cheese.
- Add Cranberry Sauce: Spoon about a teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of the Brie in each cup, balancing the sweet and tart flavors.
- Bake: Bake the filled phyllo cups in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the Brie cheese is melted, bubbly, and the cups are warmed through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish each cup with a small sprig or chopped leaf of fresh rosemary. Serve the cups warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Use a high-quality cranberry sauce for the best flavor contrast with the Brie cheese.
- To avoid soggy phyllo cups, serve the appetizer immediately after baking.
- Fresh rosemary adds aroma and a savory note but can be omitted if unavailable.
- These phyllo cups can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving to save preparation time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Phyllo cups, Brie cheese, cranberry sauce, appetizer, holiday recipe, bite-sized, savory and sweet
