Crispy Whipped Avocado Cups
A delightful party appetizer featuring a crunchy pastry shell filled with creamy avocado, tangy cheese, and topped with sweet pomegranate seeds and fresh basil.
Ingredients
For the Pastry Cups
- 1 sheet phyllo dough or pre-made pastry cups Use pre-made cups to save time.
- 1 tablespoon melted butter If using phyllo dough.
For the Avocado Filling
- 1 ripe avocado Use a ripe avocado for the smoothest filling.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Add enough lemon juice to keep the avocado bright and fresh.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
For Topping
- Crumbled cheese (feta or goat cheese) Feta has a salty, tangy taste, while goat cheese is creamy and mild.
- Pomegranate seeds Or substitute with another sweet fruit.
- Fresh basil leaves Add just before serving for freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using phyllo dough, cut it into squares. Place a few squares into each muffin cup, turning each layer slightly. Brush each layer with melted butter.
Baking
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pastry cups are golden and crisp.
- Let the pastry shells cool completely.
Filling
- Scoop the avocado into a bowl. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Fill each cooled pastry cup with the whipped avocado mixture.
- Top with crumbled cheese, pomegranate seeds, and a fresh basil leaf.
Serving
- Serve right away and enjoy!
Notes
These cups are best served soon after filling to ensure the pastry stays crisp. Store the avocado filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Bake pastry cups for up to 2 days and fill just before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
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