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Gruyere Bites

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French
Calories: 125kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 package phyllo pastry thawed
  • 2 cups Gruyere cheese finely shredded
  • 3/4 cup melted butter
  • 3 Tbsp chopped chives
  • 1/4 cup chopped toasted blanched almonds
  • Honey for drizzling

Instructions

Prepare the Phyllo Layers

  • Working quickly and keep the extra sheets of phyllo covered with a barely damp towel so they don't dry out and crack.
  • Lay out 1 sheet of phyllo. Brush generously with melted butter. Add a second sheet on top. Sprinkle evenly with Gruyere cheese.

Roll and Slice

  • Roll the layered phyllo up tightly, like a jelly roll. Using a sharp knife cute into 12 equal rounds.

Freeze the Bites

  • Place the rounds cut side up on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for 2-3 hours, until completely solid. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container.

Bake from Frozen

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grab a muffin tin. Add a drizzle of oil or butter to each muffin cup. Place on frozen round in each cup. Brush the top with either more oil or butter. Bake 20-25 minutes, checking at 15 minutes. The rolls should be deeply golden and crisp.

Garnish

  • As soon as they come out of the oven: Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with chopped almonds and a shower of fresh chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Bite | Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g
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