Description

Bring a little Southern charm to your holiday table with these festive Christmas Pimento Cheese Bites! Crispy phyllo cups are filled with creamy pimento cheese, topped with sweet and spicy red pepper jelly, and finished with a delightful crunch of pecans. They’re warm, gooey, and bursting with flavor perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in by the tree.

Ingredients

Scale

2 (15-count) phyllo cups
1 cup pimento cheese (homemade or store-bought)
⅓ cup red pepper jelly
¼ cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s nice and hot when your bites go in.
Fill the Phyllo Cups
Arrange the phyllo cups on a baking sheet. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of pimento cheese into each little cup, filling it just to the top.
Top with Red Pepper Jelly
Add a small spoonful of red pepper jelly over the cheese for that perfect sweet-and-savory contrast.
Optional Pecan Topping
For an added layer of crunch and nutty flavor, top each filled cup with a pecan piece.
Bake
Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the phyllo shells turn golden brown and the filling is warm and melty.
Cool & Serve
Allow the bites to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor and texture!

Notes

Phyllo Cups Tip: Use pre-baked phyllo cups from the freezer section for convenience they crisp up beautifully in the oven.
Watch the Oven: Phyllo browns quickly, so keep an eye on your bites during the last few minutes of baking.
Make-Ahead Option: You can fill the cups ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; bake just before serving for fresh, crispy results.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Southern / American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 bites
Calories: 120
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Christmas appetizer, pimento cheese, party bites, phyllo cups, holiday recipes