Baked Brie Bites With Apple & Caramelized Onions Recipe
These Baked Brie Bites with Apple & Caramelized Onions are a delightful appetizer that combines the creamy richness of brie cheese with the sweetness of caramelized onions and apples, all nestled in crispy phyllo cups. Perfect for entertaining or as a special treat!
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 7.5 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Caramelized Onions:
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- ½ medium onion, diced small
- ½ teaspoon light brown sugar
- ½ medium apple, peeled & diced small
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ground black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of salt, to taste
For the Brie Bites:
- 15 pre-made phyllo cups
- 6-8 oz brie cheese, cut into cubes
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or dried thyme leaves
- 1-2 Tablespoons pecans, chopped (optional)
- honey, to drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onions until browned, sprinkle with brown sugar, then add apple and garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Prepare Brie Bites: Preheat oven. Place phyllo cups on baking pan, add brie cubes to each cup, spoon apple-onion mixture on top. Bake until cheese melts.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with thyme, pecans, and honey. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Placing the brie cheese in the freezer while caramelizing the onions makes it easier to cut.
- Take your time caramelizing the onions for the best flavor.
- Optional: Add chopped nuts and honey for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 phyllo cups
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 0.4 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: N/A
