Pistachio-Crusted Brie Bites
Delightful appetizer combining creamy Brie cheese with a crunchy pistachio crust, drizzled with a sweet raspberry honey glaze.
Servings: 12 bites
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 wheel Brie cheese (8 oz / 225 g), cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ cup crushed pistachios (60 g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
- 12–16 pieces mini phyllo cups or sturdy crackers
- ¼ cup raspberry preserves (80 g)
- 1 tbsp honey (15 ml)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (5 ml)
- to taste Extra crushed pistachios (optional garnish)
- to taste Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the mini phyllo cups on the tray.
- Toss the Brie cubes in olive oil, ensuring they are well coated. Roll each cube in the crushed pistachios until they are evenly covered. Place one coated cube into each phyllo cup.
Making the Glaze
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the raspberry preserves, honey, and lemon juice. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Baking
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the Brie is soft and the edges of the phyllo cups are golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, drizzle each bite with the warm raspberry glaze. Garnish with additional crushed pistachios and fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
You can prepare the Brie bites in advance, assemble them, and keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to bake. Consider using nuts like almonds or walnuts as substitutes for pistachios.