Savory Cranberry & Pistachio Cheesecake Cups Recipe
These Savory Cranberry & Pistachio Cheesecake Cups are a perfect blend of creamy cheese, tart cranberry, and crunchy pistachios served in delicate phyllo shells. Ideal as an elegant appetizer or party snack, they offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures with a hint of fresh herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook Assembly
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup ricotta or goat cheese
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Pinch of salt
Cups & Topping
- 12 mini phyllo cups or tart shells
- ⅓ cup cranberry sauce (whole berry preferred)
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, ricotta or goat cheese, honey, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, ensuring a creamy texture.
- Fill Phyllo Cups: Spoon or pipe the creamy cheese mixture into each mini phyllo cup, filling them generously but leaving a little room on top for the cranberry sauce.
- Add Cranberry Sauce: Place a small dollop of whole berry cranberry sauce on top of the cheese filling in each cup to add a tart and sweet contrast.
- Sprinkle Pistachios: Sprinkle the chopped pistachios evenly over the cranberry topping for a satisfying crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each cup with a small sprig of fresh thyme or rosemary for aroma and visual appeal. Serve the cheesecake cups chilled or at room temperature as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For a tangier flavor, use goat cheese instead of ricotta.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to achieve a smooth mixture.
- Mini phyllo cups can be found pre-made in most grocery stores for convenience.
- These cups can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated until serving.
- For a nut-free version, substitute pistachios with toasted breadcrumbs or omit altogether.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg
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