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Crispy Phyllo Cups with Herb Ricotta

Golden, paper-thin phyllo cups baked until shattering crisp, filled with creamy herb ricotta and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in 12 minutes with zero fuss.

Total time
12 min
Servings
4
Calories
156
Protein
6g
Crispy Phyllo Cups with Herb Ricotta
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Brush a muffin tin generously with melted butter.

  2. Step 2

    Stack 2 phyllo sheets, brush lightly with melted butter, and cut into 4 squares.

  3. Step 3

    Press each square into a muffin cup, letting edges ruffle above the rim.

  4. Step 4

    Bake 5–6 minutes until deep golden and crisp. Cool in pan 1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Stir ricotta with chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until combined.

  6. Step 6

    Spoon ricotta mixture into each phyllo cup and squeeze fresh lemon over top.

Tools you’ll need

  • muffin tin (standard 12-cup)
  • pastry brush
  • small bowl
  • spoon

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