Name: Blue Cheese & Pear Phyllo Bites Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 pear; 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese; Ground black pepper; 15 mini phyllo tart shells

Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

There’s something wonderfully fun about tiny bites that pack a surprising punch, and that’s exactly the charm of Blue Cheese & Pear Phyllo Bites. The mix of sweet, juicy pears and bold, creamy blue cheese feels fancy without actually requiring any fuss.

They’re easy to assemble, simple to bake, and delicious enough to make you feel like you pulled off a party trick with barely any effort. Each crisp phyllo cup turns into a little flavor bomb—sweet, salty, tangy, and buttery all at once.

They look playful on a platter, but the real joy comes when you take that first crunchy bite and everything melts together. If you love quick recipes that taste like you tried harder than you did, you’ll have fun with this one.

Can’t make it now? Save it to Pinterest for later

Close-up of crispy Blue Cheese & Pear Phyllo Bites on a white plate, showing the golden pastry.

Equipment You Will Need

Measuring cups
Cutting board
Knife
Baking sheet

Hudson Essentials Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set (6 Piece Set)

Buy on Amazon

Farberware 2-Piece Paring Knife and Cutting Board Set, 3.5-Inch Paring Knife with Resin Coating and Custom-Fit Blade Cover and Non-Slip Plastic Chopping Board, Dishwasher-Safe Set, White/Blue

Buy on Amazon

Nordic Ware Naturals Half Sheet - USA Made Aluminum Commercial Quality Sheet Pan for Baking or Roasting, Encapsulated Galvanized Steel Rim Prevents Warping, 2-Pack

Buy on Amazon

Extreme close-up of Blue Cheese & Pear Phyllo Bites filling, showing melted cheese, pear pieces, and spices.

Blue Cheese & Pear Phyllo Bites Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Print Recipe

Blue Cheese and Pear Phyllo Bites are a quick, elegant appetizer made with sweet diced pear, tangy blue cheese, and crisp mini phyllo shells. Simply fill, bake for 15 minutes, and serve warm for a deliciously simple party-ready bite.

Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 15 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 pear

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Ground black pepper

15 mini phyllo tart shells

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Peel the pear and dice it into very small pieces.
Arrange the phyllo shells on the baking sheet.
Fill the shells with pear pieces, then top with crumbled blue cheese. Sprinkle with pepper.
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Author: Little Party Pixie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizers

Step-By-Step Process

Split image with ingredients like diced pear, blue cheese, and phyllo cups, next to a cutting board. — *Prepare your ingredients. Peel the pear and dice into small pieces.*

Split image showing phyllo cups being filled first with diced pear, then topped with blue cheese crumbles. — *Arrange phyllo shells on baking sheet, fill with diced pears, and top with crumbled blue cheese.*

Split image showing Blue Cheese & Pear Phyllo Bites on a baking sheet and plated, baked golden brown. — *Sprinkle with pepper then bake. Serve and enjoy!*

These bites shine at brunches, holiday gatherings, or any get-together that calls for something a little unexpected. They’re quick to make and guaranteed to spark conversation. If you’re craving more fun appetizers, you’ll find plenty of party-ready ideas waiting on the blog.

If your snack mood leans toward bold and fun, try the Stuffed Mushroom & Bacon Phyllo Bites and the Philly Cheesesteak Phyllo Bites. Be sure to also check out our collection of Cold Appetizers and Finger Foods for Cocktail Parties. They all play just as nicely on a party platter!

Spread the love