Cranberry & Almond Goat Cheese Phyllo Bites with Maple Balsamic Drizzle Delightful mini bites featuring creamy goat cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy almonds, all elegantly finished with a sweet and tangy glaze. Ingredients 1 package phyllo dough (pre-made cups or sheets) 1 ½ cups goat cheese, softened ½ cup fresh cranberries ¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted 3 tbsp maple syrup 2 tbsp balsamic glaze 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves 1 tbsp olive oil (if using phyllo sheets) Instructions Prepare Phyllo Cups: If using pre-made phyllo cups, arrange them on a baking tray. For phyllo sheets, brush each sheet with olive oil, stack 3 sheets, and cut into squares. Press the squares into muffin tins to create cups. Bake Cups: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the phyllo cups for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy. Allow them to cool completely. Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend the goat cheese with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and the thyme leaves until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Assemble Cups: Spoon the goat cheese mixture into each phyllo cup. Top each one with fresh cranberries and toasted almonds. Finish with Glaze: Drizzle the remaining maple syrup and balsamic glaze over the filled cups to enhance the flavors. Serve: Garnish with extra thyme if desired. Enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.




















