Description
These Brie Phyllo Cups with Blackberry and Thyme are elegant, bite-sized appetizers perfect for parties or gatherings. Crispy mini phyllo shells are filled with a sweet mix of blackberry jam and honey, topped with creamy melted brie, fresh blackberries, and fragrant thyme for a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 15 mini phyllo shells (such as Athens brand)
- 2 tablespoons blackberry jam
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 1/2” cubes
- 15 fresh blackberries, rinsed and dried
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the filled phyllo cups.
- Arrange Phyllo Shells: Place the 15 mini phyllo shells evenly on a baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart for even heat circulation.
- Fill Shells: Into each phyllo shell, place a small dab of blackberry jam and honey to add a sweet and tart base layer. Then, add one 1/2-inch cube of brie cheese on top of the jam and honey.
- Bake Until Melted: Bake the filled phyllo shells in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes. The goal is to melt the brie lightly and let the phyllo shells turn a very light golden brown.
- Add Toppings: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately top each melted brie phyllo cup with a fresh blackberry and a few fresh thyme leaves for a burst of flavor and color.
- Optional Honey Drizzle & Serve: Drizzle additional honey over the top if desired for extra sweetness. Transfer the cups quickly to a wire rack to keep the shells crisp and serve right away for optimal texture.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can fill the shells with jam, honey, and brie up to 2-3 hours ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. Bake just before serving.
- Choosing Brie: Use standard brie cheese but remove the rind before cutting into cubes. Freezing the brie briefly makes it easier to handle. Alternatively, use “cream of brie” for a creamier consistency.
- Keeping Shells Crisp: After baking, transfer the phyllo cups to a wire rack immediately to allow air circulation and maintain crispness.
- Variations: Add finely chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch. Swap blackberries for other berries like raspberries or blueberries. Use cranberry sauce instead of blackberry jam and honey for a different flavor. Substitute honey with maple syrup or reduce sweeteners for a tarter taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini phyllo cup
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
