Description
Brie and Cranberry Phyllo Cups blend French and American flavors in a delicate pastry shell. Crisp phyllo layers cradle melted brie and tart cranberry sauce, creating an elegant appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings and sophisticated snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box (15 count) phyllo shells
- 7 ounces (198 grams) brie
Sauce:
- ⅓ cup (79 milliliters) cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Carefully position the delicate phyllo shells evenly across the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are stable and level.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the creamy brie cheese into small, uniform pieces approximately 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) in size, making sure each slice will comfortably fit inside the miniature phyllo cups.
- Gently nestle one precisely cut brie slice into each individual phyllo shell, allowing the cheese to settle smoothly.
- Using a small spoon, carefully add a precise teaspoon (5 milliliters) of tangy cranberry sauce atop each brie-filled shell, creating a vibrant and flavorful topping.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 8 minutes, watching carefully until the brie becomes completely melted and develops a luxurious, bubbly texture.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the appetizers to rest and slightly cool on the tray for 4 to 5 minutes, which helps stabilize their structure.
- Elegantly transfer the brie and cranberry phyllo cups to a serving platter, presenting them as an inviting and sophisticated appetizer.
Notes
- Prepare all ingredients beforehand to ensure a smooth and quick assembly of these elegant appetizers.
- Choose a high-quality, soft brie cheese for the best melting consistency and rich, creamy flavor.
- Cranberry sauce can be homemade or store-bought, but select a sauce with a good balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Phyllo shells are delicate, so handle them gently to prevent cracking or breaking during preparation.
- These bite-sized appetizers are perfect for holiday gatherings, cocktail parties, or as a sophisticated starter.
- Let the cups cool slightly after baking to prevent burning and allow the cheese to set into a more manageable texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15
- Calories: 73 kcal
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 74 mg
- Fat: 5.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 4.6 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 2.3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg