Pomegranate Goat Cheese Bites
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Pomegranate Goat Cheese Bites
Description
This recipe fills frozen phyllo shells with about a teaspoon of soft goat cheese each, then adds a small pinch of fresh thyme and a light drizzle of honey before baking at 350°F for 6 to 7 minutes to warm and lightly brown the shells. After baking, each bite is garnished with additional thyme and a teaspoon of pomegranate arils.
The baked shells become crisp while the goat cheese softens without completely melting, lending a creamy texture. The pomegranate adds bursts of tartness and crunch, and the honey imparts subtle sweetness that complements the cheese's tang. Thyme contributes a gentle herbal note throughout.
These bites can be served warm or at room temperature, making them flexible for entertaining or casual snacking. The recipe is scalable depending on guest count or occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 phyllo dough shells frozen
- 4 tablespoons goat cheese chevre
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons thyme fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.
- Fill each phyllo shell with about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese each. Top with just a pinch of thyme and a drizzle of honey (about 1/8 teaspoon of honey per cup, just eyeball it). Bake for 6-7 minutes.
- Remove from oven, top each cup with another pinch of thyme and about 1 teaspoon of pomegranate arils. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Recipe quantity can be adjusted to serve larger or smaller groups as needed.
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