Description
Delight your guests this Thanksgiving with these savory mini cheese cups made from a creamy blend of cheeses, green onions, and pecans baked to golden perfection in crisp phyllo pastry cups. Perfect for holiday parties or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Pastry
- 1 package mini phyllo pastry cups
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the cheese cups to a golden finish.
- Mix the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, chopped pecans, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated into a smooth mixture.
- Fill the Pastry Cups: Spoon the cheese mixture evenly into each of the mini phyllo pastry cups, filling them generously but avoiding overfilling to prevent spillage during baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the filled phyllo cups on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they have enough space for even heat circulation.
- Bake: Bake the filled cups in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the filling is bubbly and set.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving these warm, savory bites to your guests for the perfect appetizer experience.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper on top before baking.
- These mini cheese cups can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- If phyllo cups are unavailable, small tartlet shells can be used as a substitute.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans or substitute with finely chopped seeds.
