When you need a party appetizer that looks impressive but takes minimal effort to make, these prosciutto and blue cheese puff pastry appetizers are a fantastic choice.
They’re single-serve cups, so they’re perfect for sharing, plus they’re full of delicious flavors. The salty prosciutto, creamy blue cheese, and sweet chili sauce create the perfect combo, and the whole thing is beautifully wrapped in buttery puff pastry.
Since they’re baked in muffin tins, the recipe is very easy to scale for whenever you need a larger batch of single-serve appetizers for sharing at holiday parties, family get-togethers, or game nights.
What You’ll Need
These puff pastry appetizers are made with just four ingredients:
- Puff pastry (frozen for thicker cups, regular for thinner)
- Sweet chili sauce
- Blue cheese
- Prosciutto
How to Make These Prosciutto and Blue Cheese Puff Pastry Cups
Start by preparing the pastry:
If you’re using frozen puff pastry, let it thaw slightly until it has become workable. Don’t let it defrost too much, or it will become too soft and difficult to handle.
If you’re using fresh pastry, remove it from the fridge just before use so it stays cold and firm. Spread the sheet out on a cutting board and cut it into 12 equal squares.
Brush a muffin tray with a bit of olive oil and press each pastry square into a cup, letting the edges fold naturally over the top.
Poke holes at the bottom of each cup using a fork. This step is necessary so that the hot steam can escape and the pastry doesn’t puff up and form bubbles.
Next, spoon about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of sweet chili sauce into the base of each pastry cup. Cut the prosciutto slices in half, fold into quarters, and place one piece in each cup. Cut the blue cheese into 12 cubes (about 1–1 1/2-inches in size) and place one on top of the prosciutto.
Fold the pastry edges gently over the filling, then bake the cups at 350°F for 20–25 minutes, until the dough has become golden and puffed. Add an extra drizzle of sweet chili sauce on top if you want more kick.
You can serve these appetizer cups either warm or at room temperature.
Tip: If you want smaller appetizer bites, you can use a mini muffin pan and follow the recipe the same way. You’ll just need to cut the blue cheese and prosciutto slices into smaller pieces.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The cups come out looking really elegant, but it’s actually a simple recipe: With just 4 ingredients, the recipe is really easy and quick to put together, yet the appetizers come out totally party-ready.
- These appetizer bites are perfect for bringing to a party: The single-serve portions make it an excellent party food, and this recipe can be used as an appetizer or even an entree.
- It’s very versatile: The recipe will work great with other cheeses (for example, goat cheese or brie) or sauces too (honey, balsamic glaze, or spicy salsa).
- You can make it ahead: Assemble the cups earlier in the day, then bake fresh before serving.
- It brings deliciously festive flavors: These appetizer cups offer a perfect balance of salty, creamy, sweet, and spicy.
Tips for Success
- Keep the pastry cold while working so it puffs up properly.
- Cut the cheese evenly so all cups bake at the same speed.
- Don’t overfill the cups – too much sauce can make the pastry soggy.
- Serve fresh from the oven for maximum flavor or keep them warm until it’s time to serve.
- Experiment with different fillings and toppings: Try swapping prosciutto for pancetta, or add a sprinkle of chopped herbs before baking.
📌 Prosciutto and Blue Cheese Puff Pastry Appetizers (Recipe Card)
Ingredients (Makes 12 cups)
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry (or 1 sheet fresh puff pastry)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 7 oz blue cheese
- 6 slices prosciutto
- Olive oil for brushing
Equipment
- Muffin tray (12-cup)
- Knife and cutting board
- Pastry brush
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil a muffin tray with olive oil.
- Cut puff pastry into 12 roughly equal squares. Press each square into a muffin cup.
- Using a fork, poke holes in the bottom of each cup to keep the pastry from bubbling.
- Spoon about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of sweet chili sauce into each pastry cup.
- Cut prosciutto slices in half, fold into quarters, and place one piece in each cup.
- Cut the blue cheese into 1 to 1 1/2-inch cubes and add one cube on top of the prosciutto in each cup.
- Fold pastry edges lightly over the filling.
- Bake for about 20–25 minutes, until the pastry is golden and puffed.
- Serve warm or cold, with extra chili sauce if desired.
