**Spiced Peaches and Cranberries in Phyllo Cups: A Delightful Fusion of Sweet and Tart Flavors**
Indulge in a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the sweetness of peaches and cranberries with a symphony of warm spices, encased in crispy phyllo shells. This tantalizing appetizer or dessert showcases a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing. With three variations to choose from, each recipe offers a unique twist on this delightful treat. Embark on a culinary adventure with spiced peaches and cranberries, enveloped in flaky phyllo cups, and relish the symphony of flavors that await you.
**Recipe 1: Classic Spiced Peaches and Cranberries in Phyllo Cups**
This classic recipe forms the foundation of this delectable dish. Perfectly ripe peaches are combined with tart cranberries, a touch of zesty lemon juice, and a medley of aromatic spices, creating a harmonious filling that bursts with flavor. Encased in golden-brown phyllo cups, these bite-sized treats offer a delightful contrast between the crispy exterior and the soft, juicy interior.
**Recipe 2: Maple-Glazed Spiced Peaches and Cranberries in Phyllo Cups**
For those with a sweet tooth, the maple-glazed variation adds an extra layer of decadence. The filling is generously brushed with a luscious maple glaze, resulting in a caramelized coating that enhances the natural sweetness of the peaches and cranberries. The combination of maple syrup, butter, and spices creates an irresistible glaze that will leave you craving more.
**Recipe 3: Spiced Peaches and Cranberries with Goat Cheese in Phyllo Cups**
For a savory twist, the goat cheese variation introduces a tangy element that complements the sweet and spicy filling. Creamy goat cheese is dolloped onto the spiced peaches and cranberries before being encased in phyllo cups. The result is a delightful balance of flavors, with the tanginess of the goat cheese cutting through the sweetness of the fruit and the warmth of the spices.
No matter which variation you choose, these spiced peaches and cranberries in phyllo cups are sure to impress your guests. Whether served as an appetizer or a dessert, these bite-sized treats will be the star of any occasion. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
CRANBERRY PEACH CRISP
Have a taste for a fruit crisp but don't have time to make it from scratch? This clever recipe simply combines canned peaches and cranberry sauce with a cookie crumb topping for a sweet crunchy treat.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange peaches in a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Stir cranberry sauce and pour over peaches. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, cookie crumbs and nuts; sprinkle over fruit. Drizzle with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts :
PEACHES 'N' CREAM CUPS
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream and sugar and whip with a hand mixer until medium peaks form. Cover with plastic and place in the refrigerator.
- In another large bowl, combine the cream cheese, peach preserves and vanilla extract and beat with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Fold in the whipped cream.
- Divide the mixture among 4 dessert glasses and refrigerate until ready to serve. When ready to serve, garnish each with a few slices of peach and a ladyfinger cookie.
SPINACH SOUFFLE-PHYLLO CUPS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Lay out 1 sheet of phyllo dough. Spray lightly with olive oil cooking spray. Repeat with 4 remaining sheets. Cut phyllo sheets into 6 pieces. Fit each section into a muffin cup. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove plastic cover from spinach souffle and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Remove from microwave and stir in lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper. Divide spinach mixture into baked phyllo cups. Sprinkle feta cheese over spinach mixture. Return to oven for 6 minutes. Serve hot.
HERBED GOAT CHEESE AND MARKET SALAD IN PHYLLO CUPS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Lightly spray 12 muffin tins with vegetable spray. On a flat working surface, stack 6 phyllo sheets and cut into 6 (4-inch) squares, forming a total of 36 squares. Using a pastry brush, dab a phyllo square with melted butter. Press another phyllo square on top of the first making sure the corners are at different angles. Repeat with a third piece of phyllo. Press the phyllo into the cups. Bake until golden brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Allow to cool.
- For the herbed goat cheese:
- In a medium sized microwave-proof bowl, place the goat cheese and the cream cheese. Microwave until softened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Using a spatula or whisk, mix in the olive oil, garlic, basil, and black pepper until smooth.
- To assemble:
- Place a dollop of the goat cheese mixture in each phyllo cup. Top each cup with arugula leaves and garnish with orange segments and English breakfast radishes.
SPICED PEACHES
For me, this is an absolute Christmas/holiday must and, as with so many good things in my life, comes to me from my sister-in-arms, Hettie Potter. I've used bottled peaches, I've used tinned peaches and it honestly doesn't matter which, but I'm afraid you have to resist the healthier peaches tinned in fruit juice rather than syrup. If you can find only slices, not halves, so be it. This is a beautiful condiment to eat with roast ham, hot or cold, and I love it with cheese, too. It makes the kitchen feel like a proper Christmas/holiday kitchen - and it's a very easy present to whip up for people, too, beautiful in old-fashioned glass jars.
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 10m
Yield about 8 servings with a joint of ham
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Empty the cans of peaches into a saucepan with their syrup. Add the vinegar, cinnamon, sliced ginger, chiles, salt, whole peppercorns and cloves. Bring the pan to the boil, and let boil for a minute or so then turn off the heat and leave it in the pan to keep warm.
- Serve the peaches with a hot ham letting people take a peach half and some of the spiced juice. Any leftovers can (and should) be stored in a jar and refrigerated and then eaten cold with cold ham.
MOCHA PHYLLO CUPS
Steps:
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, chocolate pudding mix, and the instant espresso. Use hand mixer to mix ingredients.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Unroll phyllo dough and remove sheets. Working with 1 sheet at a time, lay out and spray phyllo sheet with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon-sugar. Lay next sheet on top and repeat steps. With a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut dough into 8 rectangles, approximately 4 by 5 inches. Fit rectangles into muffin cups and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove phyllo cups from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Remove cups from pan and cool completely.
- Spoon or pipe mocha pudding into cups and top with a 1 tablespoon dollop of whipped topping. Sprinkle with cocoa powder.
- Cook's Note: Keep phyllo dough covered when not using, as it dries out quickly.
PEACHES AND CREAM IN PHYLLO
This was concocted after searching for something sweet to use up extra phyllo sheets. I couldn't find what I wanted, so I took bits and pieces from multiple recipes and came up with this. I think any pie filling would work wonderfully. The recipe has been updated with correct amounts.
Provided by nonnie4sj
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Chop cashews in food processor. Add brown sugar, 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon. Process to combine; set aside.
- Mix cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar and egg yolk together; set aside.
- Brush one sheet of phyllo with butter; top with second sheet and butter that also. Sprinkle with a little of of cashew mixture. Add another layer of phyllo and repeat until you have used a total of six sheets. Start a second stack of phyllo dough, repeating steps listed above. Keep approximately 1/2 cup of the cashew mixture in reserve.
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the center of one stack of phyllo dough, keeping an inch on either side clear. Top with half of the peach filling, and sprinkle with a quarter of remaining cashew mixture; repeat with the second stack of phyllo dough.
- Starting with the long ends, roll the phyllo into logs, tucking ends under.
- Place seam side down on baking pan, brush liberally with remaining butter, top with remaining cashew mixture.
- Bake 25-30 minutes at 375º or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.3, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 38.7, Sodium 158.2, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 2.6
Tips:
- For perfectly caramelized peaches, use ripe but firm peaches and cook them in a single layer in a hot skillet.
- To make the phyllo cups ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- If you don't have phyllo cups, you can use wonton wrappers or even puff pastry shells.
- Feel free to experiment with different fruits in this recipe. Apples, pears, and berries would all be delicious.
- Serve the spiced peaches and cranberries in phyllo cups warm or at room temperature. They're also great for packing in lunch boxes or taking to picnics.
Conclusion:
These spiced peaches and cranberries in phyllo cups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or dessert. They're perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to holiday parties. With their sweet and tart filling and flaky phyllo crust, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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