Description
Delightful and elegant pomegranate and goat cheese phyllo bites that combine creamy chèvre, sweet honey, fresh thyme, and juicy pomegranate arils baked in crisp phyllo shells. Perfect for appetizers or party snacks, these flavorful bites offer a balance of tangy, sweet, and herby notes.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Cups
- 12 frozen phyllo shells
Filling
- 4 tablespoons goat cheese (chèvre)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, divided
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the phyllo bites.
- Fill Phyllo Cups: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of goat cheese into each frozen phyllo shell. Sprinkle a small pinch of fresh thyme over the cheese and drizzle approximately 1/8 teaspoon of honey on each cup for a touch of sweetness.
- Bake: Arrange the filled phyllo cups on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 6-7 minutes, or until the goat cheese is warmed through and the phyllo shells turn slightly golden and crisp.
- Add Final Toppings: Remove the bites from the oven and immediately top each with an extra small pinch of fresh thyme and about 1 teaspoon of pomegranate arils to add freshness and a burst of juicy flavor.
- Serve: Serve these phyllo bites warm or at room temperature as an elegant appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Make sure the phyllo shells are completely thawed before filling for best texture.
- You can substitute fresh thyme with other herbs like rosemary or basil if preferred.
- These bites are best served the same day but can be warmed briefly before serving if prepared in advance.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste for sweetness level.
