Description
Cranberry, Pecan & Brie Phyllo Cups are festive, bite-sized appetizers made with melty Brie, tart cranberry sauce, crunchy pecans, and a drizzle of honey, all baked in golden phyllo shells. Perfect for holidays, parties, or wine nights.
Ingredients
- 1 package (15 count) mini phyllo cups
- 4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small cubes
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Fresh thyme or rosemary leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange phyllo cups on a baking sheet and place a cube of Brie in each one.
- Top each with 1/2 teaspoon cranberry sauce, a sprinkle of chopped pecans, and a light drizzle of honey.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until Brie is melted and phyllo is golden and crisp.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Swap cranberry sauce with fig jam or apricot preserves for variety.
- Add crushed red pepper for a sweet-spicy kick.
- For a savory twist, skip honey and add black pepper or crispy bacon.
- Assemble ahead and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cups
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
