My neighbor Helen found this in a 1959 church cookbook. Only 4 ingredients and guests hover around the pan until it’s gone
These Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Crispy Phyllo Cups combine savory chopped bacon, rich cream cheese, and sharp cheddar inside light, flakey phyllo shells. Baked until warm, bubbly, and lightly golden, these crisp bite-sized morsels make an effortless, crowd-pleasing party appetizer.
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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Crispy Phyllo Cups
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Frozen mini phyllo shells, thawed | 15 |
| Cream cheese, softened | 4 ounces |
| Cooked bacon, finely chopped | 1/2 cup |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 1/2 cup |
Step-By-Step Directions:
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Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F and place the thawed phyllo shells in a single layer on a baking sheet or inside a mini muffin pan to keep them upright.
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Make filling: In a small bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, chopped bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and combined.
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Fill shells: Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into each phyllo shell, mounding the filling slightly in the center.
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Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the filling is heated through, melted, and lightly golden on top.
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Cool and serve: Allow the cups to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring to a platter to serve warm.
