Looking for a festive, easy-to-make appetizer for your next holiday party, fall gathering, or Friendsgiving? These pumpkin feta phyllo cups are crispy, creamy, and packed with warm, savory flavors.
The flaky phyllo dough, roasted pumpkin, tangy feta, and baby spinach make them the perfect bite-sized treat for any fall celebration.
They’re light, elegant, and great for Thanksgiving, brunch, tailgating, or even a cozy wine night. Serve them warm and watch your guests grab seconds (or thirds)!
Let’s get baking!
Recipe Details
- Servings: 6
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cool Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 210mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 6g
Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe
- 6 sheets of phyllo dough
- 200 g pumpkin, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup baby spinach, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- 2-3 tbsp melted butter (for brushing the phyllo dough)
- Pumpkin seeds or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2- In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil and sauté the pumpkin cubes until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and honey (if using), and stir.
3- Add the baby spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Turn off the heat and add the crumbled feta cheese. Gently mix the filling.
4- Cut the phyllo dough sheets into squares (about 10×10 cm each). Brush each square with melted butter.
5- Stack three squares on top of each other, rotating them slightly to form a star shape. Press the stacked squares into a muffin tin, shaping them into cups.
6- Fill each phyllo cup with the pumpkin, spinach, and feta filling. Bake for 20 minutes, then allow to cool for 5 minutes.
7- For extra texture, sprinkle pumpkin seeds or sesame seeds on top if desired.
Pro Tips for Success
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Keep Phyllo Dough from Tearing – Phyllo dough can dry out fast! Keep it covered with a damp paper towel while you work to prevent it from cracking or breaking. If a sheet rips, just layer another one on top—no one will notice once it’s baked!
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Make Them Ahead – You can assemble these pumpkin feta phyllo cups a few hours before your party and bake them fresh when guests arrive. They also reheat beautifully in the oven at 300°F for a few minutes!
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Switch Up the Flavors – Not a fan of feta? Try using goat cheese or ricotta for a milder taste. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to bring out the pumpkin’s natural sweetness!
These pumpkin feta phyllo cups are the ultimate fall party appetizer—flaky, cheesy, and full of cozy flavors!
Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or a casual wine night, these crispy little bites will be a huge hit. Serve them up and enjoy every crunchy, savory bite!
