Description
These Holiday Pepper Jelly Brie Cups are the perfect festive appetizer quick to make, irresistibly melty, and just the right balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. Buttery phyllo cups cradle creamy Brie cheese and a dollop of zesty holiday pepper jelly, with optional pecans for a little crunch and a sprig of fresh herbs to dress things up. They’re a guaranteed hit for holiday parties, potlucks, or cozy nights in by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of phyllo pastry cups (15 cups)
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup holiday pepper jelly
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the phyllo pastry cups on a baking sheet.
- Place a small piece of Brie cheese into each pastry cup.
- Spoon about a teaspoon of holiday pepper jelly over the Brie.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans on top if using.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the phyllo is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with a sprig of rosemary or thyme. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a small spoon or piping bag for neater jelly application.
- Try jalapeño jelly for extra kick or cranberry pepper jelly for more holiday flair.
- These can be prepped a few hours ahead and baked right before serving.
- Swap pecans for walnuts or skip them entirely for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: holiday appetizer, brie bites, party snacks, phyllo cups, pepper jelly, festive recipe, easy holiday recipe, vegetarian appetizer