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Filo Cups with Apple Cranberry Salsa
One of my favourite party tricks is filo cups! These elegant cranberry and apple cups are a cinch to make and perfect for entertaining.Tangy cranberry salsa made with green apple, fresh cilantro, and squeeze of lime juice. A light dessert idea that's super delicious!
Ingredients
- 6 sheets phyllo pastry, thawed
- 2 tbsp butter, or cooking spray
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp lime juice, fresh
- 1 tsp cilantro, fresh
- 1 green apple, diced
- 1/8 tsp salt, optional
- 1/8 tsp black pepper, optional
Instructions
Filo Cups
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
- Place a sheet of phyllo dough on parchment paper
- Lightly brush with butter or oil
- Place another sheet on top and repeat step 3. Repeat layering until you have a stack of 6 sheets
- Using a sharp knife or scissors, cut the stack into 12 equal pieces
- Press and fit each layer into cups of muffin tray
- Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown
- Remove from oven and cool
- Remove filo cups from muffin tray and fill with salsa
Cranberry and Apple Salsa
- Combine diced cranberries and apple in a bowl. Toss with other ingredients, add salt and pepper (optional) to taste, then chill
Notes
The trick to success, when working with phyllo pastry is to:
- Keep the layers moist and only use them when you’re ready. I prepare all the ingredients and keep the pastry covered until the last moment. A damp cloth may help
- As you brush each layer with fat, keep the rest covered
- Be patient and handle the pastry very carefully
- Make sure your hands are as dry as possible
- Defrost the pastry in the fridge and not on your countertop and remember to handle when it’s at room temperature
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 79kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 14g (5%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 3g (5%)Saturated Fat: 1g (5%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mg (2%)Sodium: 71mg (3%)Potassium: 30mg (1%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 100IU (2%)Vitamin C: 1.7mg (2%)Calcium: 3mgIron: 0.4mg (2%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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