Cranberry Brie Thyme Phyllo Cups
These cranberry brie thyme phyllo cups are the easiest fancy appetizer we know. Crisp phyllo shells hold a cube of creamy brie, a spoonful of tart cranberry sauce, and a drizzle of honey, with fresh thyme on top. They bake in about 10 minutes and look like they came from a caterer.
It is the kind of recipe you will come back to again and again — simple enough for a weeknight, and good enough for guests.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crisp phyllo with a melty brie center
- Sweet cranberry and honey with fresh thyme
- Ready in under 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 15 frozen phyllo cups, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind removed, cut into 15 cubes
- 1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make It
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the phyllo cups on a baking sheet.
- Brush the inside of each cup very lightly with olive oil.
- Place one brie cube in each cup.
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- Top each cube with about 2 teaspoons of cranberry sauce.
- Sprinkle with pecans and black pepper.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the brie is melted and the cups are golden at the edges.
- Drizzle with honey, scatter thyme leaves over the top, and serve warm.
Pro Tips
- Do not overfill the cups. A small spoonful of cranberry sauce is enough, or it will bubble over.
- Serve them warm. The brie firms up as it cools, so reheat leftovers for 3 minutes in a 350°F oven.
- Look for phyllo cups in the freezer aisle near the puff pastry.
Serving Suggestions
Serve on a platter with extra thyme sprigs for garnish, alongside sparkling cider or a light white wine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use puff pastry instead of phyllo cups?
Yes. Cut puff pastry into squares and press them into a mini muffin tin. Bake for 5 minutes before adding the filling.
Can I make these ahead?
Assemble them up to 4 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Bake them just before serving.
What can I use instead of cranberry sauce?
Fig jam, apricot preserves, or orange marmalade all work well.
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Cranberry Brie Thyme Phyllo Cups
Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Total: 27 min Servings: 12
Nutrition (estimate): About 120 calories, 4 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates, 7 g fat per cup.
Ingredients
- 15 frozen phyllo cups, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind removed, cut into 15 cubes
- 1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the phyllo cups on a baking sheet.
- Brush the inside of each cup very lightly with olive oil.
- Place one brie cube in each cup.
- Top each cube with about 2 teaspoons of cranberry sauce.
- Sprinkle with pecans and black pepper.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the brie is melted and the cups are golden at the edges.
- Drizzle with honey, scatter thyme leaves over the top, and serve warm.
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