Can I Replace The Goat Cheese With Another Cheese?

Sure, if you are not a fan of goat cheese, you could use all cream cheese, feta, ricotta, or use brie instead of the goat/cream cheese combo.

Can I Use Leftover Cranberry Sauce?

Yes, These Phyllo Cups Are A Wonderful Way To Use Leftover Cranberry Sauce! Simply Heat Your Cranberry Sauce While The Goat Cheese Cups Are Baking, Then Spoon Over The Top Instead Of The Cranberry Filling.

Can I Double The Recipe?

Yes, this is an easy recipe to double. Simply multiply the ingredients to make as many as you need.

Will The Phyllo Cups Get Soggy?

Yes, the phyllo cups will get soggy as they sit, so it is best to serve immediately out of the oven. Reheat leftovers in the oven to crisp the cups back up.

Can These Cranberry Cheese Bites Be Made Ahead Of Time?

Yes, make the cheese cups ahead of time and bak just prior to serving.

Where Do I Find Phyllo Cups?

Phyllo cups can be located in the freezer section of your local grocery store.

How Do I Store Leftover Cranberry Goat Cheese Phyllo Cups?

Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350 for 10 minutes.

Baked Cranberry Cheese Bites - Amazing Holiday Appetizer!

Name: Baked Cranberry Cheese Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Ingredients: 15 phyllo cups; 2 ounces goat cheese; 2 ounces cream cheese; 1 ½ cups whole cranberries; 1 teaspoon rosemary, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1/3 cup honey; ¼ cup water

Description

These Baked Cranberry Cheese Bites are an easy holiday appetizer! Creamy goat cheese and cream cheese melt smoothly in baked Phyllo cups and are topped with freshly made cranberry sauce for a tantalizing, festive bite.

Ingredients

Units Scale

15 phyllo cups
2 ounces goat cheese
2 ounces cream cheese
1 1/2 cups whole cranberries
1 teaspoon rosemary, finely chopped
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
Place phyllo cups in a single layer in a baking dish or on a sheet pan.
Fold goat cheese and cream cheese together using a rubber spatula or a hand mixer.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese mixture into the phyllo cups, pressing the cheese into the bottom of each cup.
Bake for 10-12 minutes.
Meanwhile, place the cranberries, rosemary, orange zest, honey, and water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until the cranberries have burst and the liquid thickens into a sauce.
Spoon over baked goat cheese cups and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 phyllo cup
Calories: 70
Sugar: 7
Sodium: 45
Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 10
Fiber: 0
Protein: 1

Keywords: cranberry cheese phyllo cups, phyllo cup appetizer