Description
These Brie Phyllo Cups with Blackberry and Thyme are elegant, bite-sized appetizers perfect for any gathering. Crispy mini phyllo shells are filled with a delightful combination of blackberry jam, honey, and melting brie cheese, then topped with fresh blackberries and fragrant thyme. Baked to perfection, these savory-sweet treats offer a balance of creamy and fruity flavors with a crispy texture, making them a sophisticated yet simple party snack.
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
- 15 fresh blackberries, rinsed and dried
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) to ensure the perfect temperature for gently melting the brie without burning the phyllo.
- Prepare Phyllo Shells: Arrange the mini phyllo shells evenly on a baking sheet to provide a stable surface for filling and baking.
- Add Filling: Place a small dollop of blackberry jam and honey inside each phyllo cup. Top each with a cube of brie cheese, ensuring the rind has been removed to avoid bitterness.
- Bake: Bake the filled phyllo cups for 6-8 minutes, just until the brie melts and the shells turn a very light golden brown. Be careful not to over bake to maintain crispness.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the cups from the oven and immediately top each with a fresh blackberry and a few thyme leaves. For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle additional honey over the cups if desired.
- Serve: Transfer the baked cups off the baking sheet onto a wire rack to keep them crisp until served. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Fill the phyllo shells with jam, honey, and brie, then refrigerate for up to 2-3 hours before baking.
- Brie Selection: Use standard brie cheese, removing the rind before cutting into cubes. Freezing the cheese briefly helps with cutting. Alternatively, use ‘cream of brie’ for easier scooping into shells.
- Keeping Shells Crisp: Immediately transfer baked cups from the baking sheet to a wire rack to allow air circulation and maintain crispiness.
- Variations: Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch. Substitute blackberries with other berries like raspberries or blueberries. Use cranberry sauce instead of jam-honey for a tart twist. Swap honey with maple syrup or reduce honey for less sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 phyllo cup
- Calories: 75 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
