Looking for a new way to spice up the holiday season? Try something new with these Spicy Whipped Paneer Cranberry Cups! They are spicy, savory, and sweet, with a crunchy texture that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

These appetizers are great for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a work event, or a romantic date night. Give them a try and impress your guests with this unique and delicious treat!

Photo and Recipe by: Debbie Banerjee (@roti.ontherocks)

INGREDIENTS

• 6 oz Paneer
• 1 Tbsp of Lemon or Lime Juice
• 2 Tbsp of Water – as needed to thin out Paneer
• 1 can of Cranberry Sauce
• 30 mini phyllo cups
• 1/4 – 1/2 cup of sugar
• 2 Tbsp Garam Masala
• 1 Tbsp of Nutmeg
• 1 Tbsp Honey – to drizzle over all cups
• Garnish – Chives

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Break up your paneer into chunks and toss all the pieces into your food processor.
• Add in the splash of lemon/lime juice and begin to blend on high.
• Slowly add in your water as needed to thin out the paneer. You are looking for a smooth and airy finish from the paneer.
• Once paneer is at the consistency noted, scoop out the paneer and place it into a piping bag or ziploc bag (cut the tip of the corner you have your filling in to use as a piping bag).
• Preheat your oven to 350.
• Prepare your phyllo cups onto your baking tray.
• Carefully pipe your whipped paneer filling into each cup.
• Bake at 350 for about 6-8 minutes.
• In a pan, heat up your canned cranberry sauce.
• Once brought to a medium heat, add in your sugar, garam masala and nutmeg. Stir until mixed well together. Bring off the heat and let cool for 10 minutes before placing on paneer cups.
• Assemble your whipped paneer cups but spooning a layer of cranberry sauce on top of the cooked whipped paneer. Add as little or as much as you want.
• Garnish with honey drizzle and chives and serve!