Vegan Mini Cranberry Ricotta Phyllo Cups

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Baked vegan cranberry ricotta phyllo cups. With fresh cranberries, vegan ricotta, orange marmalade, topped with walnuts and rosemary.

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If you're looking for a last minute holiday recipe, this one is so easy. It's great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Superbowl, New Years or any time you are craving a quick and easy appetizer!

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Ingredients you will need

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• Phyllo Dough - Phyllo is thin sheets of dough used in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes.

• Cranberries - We used fresh but you can also use canned.

• Orange Marmalade

• Vegan Butter

• Cane Sugar - Some sugars are made using bone char. So, we like to use Wholesome brand or you can look for a vegan label on other brands.

• Vegan Ricotta - Kite Hill is a great option or you can make your own.

• Walnuts

• Rosemary - This is optional but small pieces of fresh rosemary make a great garnish, or you can chop them into tiny pieces.

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Are phyllo and puff pastry the same?

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Puff pastry is made by folding butter inside of dough. Therefore, they are not always vegan. Phyllo is a drier dough with very little fat, made into thin sheets.

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Is phyllo dough vegan?

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Yes! Phyllo dough sheets are vegan-friendly. They are made with flour, water, oil and starch.

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Tips

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• If you want to use canned cranberry sauce, skip step number 6. Add about 1 teaspoon to each phyllo cup.

• You can brush each layer of phyllo with olive oil instead of using vegan butter.

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If you make this recipe, please be sure to tag us on Instagram @thrivegourmetfood :)

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