These Baked Brie and Jam Cups combine warm, creamy Brie, sweet fruit preserves, crisp phyllo shells, and crunchy almonds in an easy bite-sized appetizer. They look special enough for a holiday or party, but they are simple to assemble using ingredients from the grocery store.
I have served these at both large parties and smaller get-togethers, and they always disappear quickly. You can also assemble them shortly before guests arrive and bake them when you are ready to serve. This makes them a perfect party appetizer idea?
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Why You'll Love These Brie Cups
- They use just four main ingredients.
- The frozen phyllo shells make preparation quick and low-mess.
- You can change the flavor by using different jams or nuts.
- They work for holidays, showers, brunches, and casual parties.
- The cups can be assembled in advance and baked shortly before serving.
Ingredients For Baked Brie and Jam Cups
- You only need a few simple ingredients to make these baked Brie and jam cups, but choosing the right ones makes a big difference.
- Brie cheese: A small wheel of Brie is easy to cut into bite-sized pieces. The rind is completely edible, so you can leave it on or trim it off if you prefer a creamier texture.
- Mini phyllo shells: Frozen phyllo shells make this recipe incredibly easy. Bake them straight from the freezer according to the recipe, and you'll have crisp, flaky cups without any extra prep.
- Fruit preserves: Raspberry jam is one of my favorite choices because its sweet-tart flavor pairs beautifully with Brie. Apricot, fig, cranberry, blackberry, or cherry preserves are also delicious options for different occasions.
- Sliced almonds: They add a nice crunch that contrasts with the creamy cheese. Chopped pecans or walnuts work just as well, or simply leave the nuts off if you're serving guests with nut allergies.
How To Make Baked Brie Cups
Frozen mini phyllo shells are one of my favorite shortcuts because they bake up crisp and flaky without any extra work. There's no need to thaw them before using them.
Raspberry preserves are a classic pairing with Brie, but don't be afraid to change the flavor. Fig, apricot, cranberry, blackberry, or cherry preserves all work beautifully depending on the season and the occasion.
As the Brie melts, it softens without completely running out of the shells. The phyllo cups are ready when the edges are lightly golden and crisp, and the cheese looks warm and creamy. Let them cool for a minute or two before serving since the filling will be very hot right out of the oven.
Tips For Making Brie Phyllo Cups
- Do not overfill the phyllo shells. The Brie and jam will soften and spread as they warm.
- The Brie rind is edible, so removing it is optional. Leaving a little rind on can make the cheese easier to cut and place in the shells.
- Thick preserves are easier to work with than a thin or runny fruit spread.
- Raspberry, apricot, fig, and cranberry pair especially well with Brie.
- Watch the edges of the phyllo shells near the end of baking. They should look crisp and lightly golden while the cheese appears soft and glossy.
- For a nut-free version, leave off the almonds or use a small sprinkle of finely chopped pretzels for crunch.
- Serve the cups warm. Let them rest briefly after baking so the filling is less likely to spill when someone takes a bite.
- Use a toaster oven if you're short on time or don't want to heat up the kitchen.
- Prepare the cups ahead of time and store them in the fridge. Pop them in the oven just before serving.
- Make more than you think you will need.
FAQs For Baked Brie With Jam
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat, simply pop them back in the oven at 350 degrees for a few minutes until warmed through.
While Brie is the star of this recipe, you can experiment with other soft cheeses like Camembert or goat cheese for a different flavor.
No. The rind on Brie is completely edible and softens as it bakes. If you prefer an extra creamy texture, you can trim it off before cutting the cheese into cubes, but either option works well.
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Baked Brie and Jam Phyllo Cups
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Ingredients
- 15 Pre-made phyllo cups they come 15 per package
- 8 oz Wedge of Brie cheese
- ½ cup Jam or preserves favorite flavor
- ½ cup chopped/sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut Brie into small cubes. Remove the rind if desired.
- Place one Brie cube into each phyllo cup.
- Top each cup with ½ tablespoon of fruit spread.
- Sprinkle with chopped almonds.
- Bake for 10 minutes until the shells are lightly golden and the Brie is soft and melted.
- Allow the cups to rest briefly before serving warm.
Notes
- Thick jam or preserves work better than a runny fruit spread.
- The Brie rind is edible and may be left on.
- Substitute pecans or walnuts for the almonds.
- For a nut-free appetizer, omit the nuts.
- Assemble shortly before serving and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or toaster oven to help the phyllo become crisp again.
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Ellen Cochran says
sounds great. I am fixing them for Easter! This recipe is exactly what I have been looking for! thank you!!!!
Vicky says
Thanks for stopping by Ellen!
Ellen Cochran says
sounds great....I will make some for Easter!