Description
Delightful and elegant Brie Phyllo Cups filled with a luscious blend of blackberry jam, honey, and melted brie cheese, topped with fresh blackberries and fragrant thyme. These bite-sized appetizers are perfect for parties and gatherings, offering a perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and tangy flavors baked into crispy mini phyllo shells.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Cups
- 15 mini phyllo shells (such as Athens brand)
Filling
- 2 tablespoons blackberry jam
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 1/2” cubes
Topping and Garnish
- 15 fresh blackberries, rinsed and dried
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the phyllo cups.
- Prepare Phyllo Cups: Arrange the mini phyllo shells on a baking sheet evenly spaced out.
- Add Fillings: Place a small dab (about 1/2 teaspoon) of blackberry jam and 1/2 teaspoon honey inside each phyllo shell. Then top each with a 1/2-inch cube of brie cheese, ensuring the rind has been removed for a smooth melt.
- Bake: Bake the assembled cups in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, just until the brie has melted and the phyllo shells are very lightly browned and crisp.
- Add Fresh Toppings: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately top each cup with a fresh blackberry and a few fresh thyme leaves.
- Optional Drizzle: Drizzle additional honey over the top if desired for extra sweetness and a glossy finish.
- Serve: Transfer the cups onto a wire rack to maintain their crispness and serve immediately while warm and melty.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can fill the phyllo shells with blackberry jam, honey, and brie up to 2-3 hours ahead and refrigerate. Bake just before serving for best results.
- Choosing Brie: Use standard brie cheese with the rind removed. Freezing the brie briefly helps with cutting. Alternatively, use cream of brie for easier scooping.
- Keep Shells Crisp: Immediately after baking, transfer phyllo cups to a wire rack to keep them crispy by allowing airflow underneath.
- Variations: Add finely chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch. Substitute blackberries with other berries or swap honey with maple syrup. For a tart twist, reduce or omit honey. Try cranberry sauce instead of jam for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini phyllo cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
