Ingredients
Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 ripe avocados
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon lime juice (or lemon juice)
6 tablespoons milk (or Greek yogurt)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Kale leaves
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350Β°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Place small mounds of shredded sharp cheddar cheese on the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
4. Flatten each mound slightly into circles.
5. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
6. Remove from the oven and let the cheese cool slightly but remain flexible.
7. Carefully lift each cheese circle and press it into the cups of a muffin tin to create a cup shape.
8. Allow the cheddar cups to cool completely in the muffin tin, then remove.
9. Prepare the avocado feta mousse by blending 2 avocados, 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 6 tablespoons milk, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
10. Store the mousse with plastic wrap pressed directly onto its surface to prevent browning, if making ahead.
11. For the crispy kale topping, tear kale leaves into small pieces and toss them with olive oil, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt.
12. Bake the kale at 350Β°F for about 8-10 minutes until crispy.
13. Let the crispy kale cool completely.
14. When ready to assemble, spoon or pipe the mousse into the cheddar cups.
15. Top each cup with a small piece of crispy kale.
16. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Let the cheddar cups cool for a few seconds before shaping to prevent them from breaking.
For extra creaminess, swap milk with Greek yogurt in the avocado feta mousse.
Store the mousse with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface to keep it fresh.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
