Description
These Italian Ranch Phyllo Cups are delightful bite-sized appetizers perfect for parties or gatherings. Crispy phyllo cups are filled with a creamy blend of buttermilk, mayonnaise, ranch and Italian seasonings, chopped vegetables, olives, and a mix of melted cheeses, then baked until warm and bubbly.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling Ingredients
- ⅓ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 3 green onions, sliced
- ¼ cup red pepper, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup kalamata olives, chopped
- ¾ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Assembly
- 30 mini phyllo cups
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the Filling Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and Italian seasoning until smooth and well combined.
- Add Vegetables and Cheese: Stir in the sliced green onions, finely chopped red pepper, chopped kalamata olives, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese into the seasoned buttermilk mixture until evenly distributed.
- Fill Phyllo Cups: Spoon approximately one tablespoon of the prepared filling into each mini phyllo cup, ensuring they are evenly filled without overstuffing.
- Bake: Arrange the filled phyllo cups on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving warm as a tasty appetizer.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the phyllo cups are evenly spaced on the baking sheet to promote even heating.
- You can customize the filling by adding chopped cooked bacon or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- These phyllo cups can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven to retain crispiness.
- Use low-fat mayonnaise and cheese if you prefer a lighter version.
