Description
Bourbon pecan brie bites elevate appetizer elegance with Southern charm. Crisp phyllo cups cradle creamy brie and caramelized pecans, delivering a luxurious blend of sweet, nutty, and spirited flavors you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) round of brie cheese
- 1.9 ounces (54 grams) package frozen mini fully baked phyllo shells (15 shells)
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) roasted chopped pecans
Flavoring and Binding Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (50 grams) packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) bourbon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F, creating an ideal environment for transforming delicate phyllo cups into golden, crispy vessels.
- Craft a luxurious bourbon pecan glaze by whisking together brown sugar, melted butter, and rich bourbon, then fold in finely chopped pecans to create a complex, caramelized mixture.
- Prepare the brie by carefully removing its protective rind, then methodically slice the creamy cheese into precise, uniform cubes that will nestle perfectly within the phyllo shells.
- Delicately position a single brie cube into each gossamer-thin phyllo cup, ensuring even distribution across the appetizer tray.
- Generously crown each cheese-filled shell with a small dollop of the decadent bourbon pecan mixture, allowing the flavors to mingle and promise a tantalizing bite.
- Slide the prepared phyllo cups onto a baking sheet, then transfer to the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, watching as the cheese transforms into a molten, bubbling masterpiece.
- Extract the golden bites from the oven and allow them to rest momentarily, serving either while warmly inviting or at a comfortable room temperature to showcase their elegant simplicity.
Notes
- Prepare these bite-sized delights in advance for stress-free entertaining and wow your guests with minimal effort.
- The combination of rich brie, sweet bourbon, and crunchy pecans creates an irresistible flavor explosion that elevates simple appetizers.
- Phyllo cups offer a delicate, crispy base that perfectly complements the creamy melted cheese and caramelized nut topping.
- Serve these warm or at room temperature, making them incredibly versatile for any gathering or party spread.
- Bourbon adds a sophisticated depth of flavor that transforms ordinary cheese bites into an elegant, gourmet experience.
- Store leftover ingredients separately to maintain the crisp texture of phyllo shells and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg