Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15-count) mini phyllo shells
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup red pepper jelly
- Fresh thyme leaves or chopped green onion (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
- Fill each shell with about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese.
- Top each with about 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper jelly.
- Bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the shells are crisp and the cream cheese is warmed.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme or green onion, if using.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use any variety of pepper jelly—adjust the spice level to your preference.
- To save time, pre-fill phyllo shells and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for added color and flavor.
- For a festive twist, use cranberry-pepper jelly during the holidays.
- This recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be adapted to be gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian