Cranberry Brie Phyllo Cups
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Cranberry Brie Phyllo Cups
Description
The recipe uses pre-made phyllo dough shells baked briefly with cubes of Brie cheese inside until melted and warm. Removing the rind from the Brie helps achieve a smooth, creamy texture that fills each cup nicely. Topping the warm cheese with cranberry sauce adds a fruity tartness that contrasts with the rich cheese and crisp shell.
The baking process crisps the phyllo shells without drying out the Brie, maintaining a soft, velvety center. Warming the cranberry sauce before adding it lets it meld gently with the cheese for an appealing flavor combination. The recipe calls for small, uniform phyllo shells to ensure consistent baking and individual servings.
These phyllo cups are served best fresh from the oven, allowing the Brie to be gooey and the pastry crisp. They can be served as an elegant appetizer or snack. Garnishes like fresh parsley, rosemary, or mint can brighten appearance and add subtle herb notes. Substitutions such as Havarti cheese or raspberry preserves accommodate preferences or availability.
Ingredients
- 15 phyllo dough shells I love Athens brand, frozen
- 8 oz Brie cheese wheel or wedge
- 7.5 tsp cranberry sauce plus extra to taste, leftover
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prep a small baking sheet with parchment or foil if desired then top with phyllo shells.
- After removing rhind, cut brie into fifteen 1-inch cubes.
- Place a cube of brie in each phyllo cup.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until brie is melted and warm.
- While the phyllo cups bake, warm up your cranberry sauce (via microwave or stovetop) and add 1/2 teaspoon (or more!) to each phyllo cup once done baking.
- For best resutls, enjoy right away.
Notes
- Chopped fresh herbs like parsley, rosemary, or mint make great garnishes for added color and aroma.
- Use cranberry preserves or raspberry preserves if cranberry sauce is unavailable.
- Havarti cheese can substitute Brie if desired.
- Nutrition facts are estimated; adjust portions accordingly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 23mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 90IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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