Description
These Crispy Mushroom Cup Appetizers are a delightful and flavorful bite-sized treat that’s perfect for parties or gatherings. Creamy mushroom filling is nestled in flaky phyllo cups and topped with melted Gruyère cheese. These elegant appetizers are easy to assemble and bake, making them a perfect choice for entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fresh mushrooms of your choice, cleaned
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sherry (or white wine, apple cider vinegar)
- 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded (about 3/4 cup), divided
- 2 (1.9-oz.) packs frozen mini phyllo pastry shells
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
Instructions
- Prepare Mushroom Filling: Preheat oven to 350°F. Pulse mushrooms and shallot in a food processor until minced.
- Cook Filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushroom mixture, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes. Add thyme and sherry; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in cream, bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup Gruyère cheese.
- Assemble Cups: Place phyllo cups on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Fill each cup with a spoonful of mushroom filling. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chives and serve hot or warm.
Notes
- Use any type of fresh mushroom you prefer, such as cremini, button, or shiitake.
- If you don’t have sherry, substitute with an equal amount of dry white wine or apple cider vinegar.
- These appetizers can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 60kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
