Description
Bite-sized phyllo cups filled with sweet caramelized onions, savory broth, and melty cheese, inspired by classic French onion soup—perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cups beef stock
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Olive oil, for cooking
2 deli slices gruyere or other sharp white cheese (about 1 oz), thinly sliced
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 package frozen phyllo cups (about 15)
Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine sliced onion, beef stock, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, crushed red pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 45 minutes, until onions are very soft and most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Cut cheese slices into 8 pieces each, so you have two small squares for every phyllo cup.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange phyllo cups on a baking sheet.
- Place a small amount of Parmesan in each cup, add about 1 teaspoon of the onion mixture, and top with two pieces of gruyere.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with fresh thyme leaves and serve hot or at room temperature.
Notes
- Prepare onion filling up to 4 days ahead for easy assembly.
- For vegetarian bites, use vegetable broth and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce.
- Swap gruyere with Swiss, fontina, or white cheddar for different flavors.
- Reduce or omit crushed red pepper for a milder taste.
- Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (includes caramelizing onions)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 bites
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
