Christmas Cranberry Feta Cheese Cups
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Main Ingredients
- Feta Cheese 4 oz: Creamy and tangy, the foundation of these cups.
- Fresh Cranberries ½ cup: Adds tartness and a festive pop of red.
- Fresh Parsley 1 tbsp: A hint of freshness to balance the flavors.
- Honey 1 tbsp: A natural sweetener that ties everything together.
- Mini Phyllo Pastry Cups 12: Crisp and flaky, they’re the perfect vessel for this delightful filling.
Tools You’ll Need
- A mixing bowl for preparing the filling.
- A spoon for assembling the cups.
- A serving platter to display your masterpiece.
Ingredient Substitutions & Additions
- Goat Cheese Instead of Feta: For a creamier slightly tangier filling.
- Dried Cranberries: If fresh cranberries aren’t available chopped dried cranberries work beautifully.
- Maple Syrup Instead of Honey: Adds a hint of caramel-like sweetness.
- Walnuts or Pecans: Add a crunchy texture by mixing in some chopped nuts.
How to Make Christmas Cranberry Feta Cheese CupsPinStart by combining crumbled feta cheese, freshly chopped cranberries, and parsley in a mixing bowl. The contrast of colors and textures is a feast for the eyes even before you taste it.Drizzle honey over the mixture and gently stir to coat all the ingredients. The honey mellows the sharpness of the cranberries and complements the feta’s tanginess.Using a spoon, generously fill each mini phyllo pastry cup with the cranberry-feta mixture. These ready-made pastry cups are such a time-saver, but feel free to bake your own for an extra homemade touch.Arrange the filled cups on a festive platter—think greenery, fairy lights, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a snowy effect—and serve immediately.1. Prepare the Filling2. Add a Touch of Sweetness3. Fill the Cups4. Serve with Holiday Cheer
