These French Onion Soup Bites pack all the rich, savory flavor of classic French onion soup into a perfectly poppable appetizer. They’re made with crisp mini phyllo shells filled with sweet caramelized onions, melty Gruyere cheese, and a hint of thyme. If you’re hosting a party or just want a cozy snack, these are easy to make and even easier to eat.
Why make a whole pot of soup when you can serve it in bite-sized form? These little cups are loaded with the best parts of the soup: the sweet onions, the gooey cheese, and a crisp shell that adds a satisfying crunch. They’re elegant enough for entertaining, but simple enough to whip up on a weeknight.
Helpful Tips
- Caramelize the onions slowly: Don’t rush this step. Low and slow is the key to achieving deep, sweet flavor.
- Use good-quality Gruyere: It melts beautifully and adds a nutty richness that pairs perfectly with the onions.
- Bake just before serving: These are best served warm right out of the oven, so time your baking accordingly.
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French Onion Soup Bites
Ingredients
- 1 package mini phyllo pastry shells 15 cups
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 large sweet onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon thyme chopped
- 4 ounces Gruyere cheese shredded
- 1/2 tablespoon chives chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F(175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set the phyllo shells on the sheet and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, salt, pepper, and sugar. Saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low and cook the onions for about 25-35 minutes, until caramelized and well reduced.
- Stir in the sherry and thyme. Cook for one minute.
- Add half the cheese and stir until melted, about 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Fill each of the phyllo shells with onion mixture. Top with a sprinkle of the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until melted.
- Garnish with chives and serve hot.
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