Bourbon Pecan Brie Bites are a show-stopping, Southern appetizer baked in crispy phyllo cups that are perfect for all of your entertaining needs. I guarantee that these decadent, make-ahead bourbon appetizers will be devoured in minutes, so be sure to make plenty.
1.9ouncespkg frozen mini fully baked phyllo shells15 shells
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Add all ingredients but the brie and phyllo shells to a small bowl and stir to combine.
Carefully remove the rind from the brie and discard the rind. Then, cut the brie into cubes about ¼ inch square.
Place a cube of brie into each phyllo shell and top with ½ teaspoon of the bourbon pecan mixture.
Place the full shells on a small baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until the brie has melted and is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Sharon’s Expert Tips:To roast your pecans, place the chopped pecans on a microwaveable saucer and microwave for 5-6 minutes, or place on a baking sheet and roast in a 350-degree oven for 5 minutes.I would make twice as many of these tasty appetizers as you think you will need because they will go fast.To make ahead, place the filled phyllo shells back in the tray they came in and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Place the tray back in the box and freeze for up to 2-3 months. Allow the bites to thaw for about 30 minutes before baking and bake as directed.When you look for the shells at the grocery store, you might notice two spellings for the phyllo shells. Some brands call their shells phyllo and some filo. They are the same thing.Pepper jelly, fig preserves, cranberry sauce, or even your favorite jam or preserves can be substituted for the bourbon pecan topping.