Fig & Walnut Whipped Ricotta Phyllo Cups

Name: Fig & Walnut Whipped Ricotta Phyllo Cups
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 12 cups
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package pre-made phyllo cups (12 count); 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese; 2 Tbsp Walnut Oil; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/3 cup fig jam (or fig spread); 1–2 tsp Fig Balsamic (plus more for drizzling); Optional: fresh thyme leaves or chopped walnuts for garnish

November 3, 2025

A Cozy, Elegant Bite for Fall Gatherings

Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that feels gourmet but is secretly simple to make? These Fig & Walnut Whipped Ricotta Phyllo Cups are pure magic in a bite! Warm, flaky phyllo, creamy ricotta whipped with a touch of Walnut Oil, and a spoonful of luscious fig topping… finished with a drizzle of Fig Balsamic to bring it all together.

They’re festive enough for holiday gatherings, girls’ night, or book club, yet easy enough to whip up on a weeknight when you’re craving something a little special. The Walnut Oil brings a rich, toasty warmth to the creamy ricotta, while the Fig Balsamic adds a pop of sweet sophistication that pairs beautifully with cheese.

Perfect for:
✨ Thanksgiving appetizers
✨ Holiday parties
✨ Wine & cheese night
✨ Hostess gifts — bring a tray and the bottles that made it!

Fig & Walnut Whipped Ricotta Phyllo Cups

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Servings

12 cups

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10-12 minutes

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

1 package pre-made phyllo cups (12 count)
1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
2 Tbsp Walnut Oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup fig jam (or fig spread)
1–2 tsp Fig Balsamic (plus more for drizzling)
Optional: fresh thyme leaves or chopped walnuts for garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place phyllo cups on a baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta with Walnut Oil, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth.
Warm the phyllo cups in the oven for 3–4 minutes.
Fill each cup with a spoonful of the whipped ricotta mixture.
Top with a small dollop of fig jam.
Drizzle lightly with Fig Balsamic and sprinkle with thyme or walnuts.
Serve warm or room temperature.