Easy No-Filo Cheese Bites – Ready in Just 5 Minutes

These easy cheese bites are the perfect snack when you want something savory, quick, and satisfying. Made without filo pastry, they come together in just 5 minutes of prep time with a simple dough enriched with cheddar, parmesan, and feta. Fluffy on the inside, golden on the outside, and full of flavor from olive oil, herbs, and spices, they are ideal for parties, lunchboxes, or a quick appetizer. Serve them warm straight from the oven for the ultimate cheesy indulgence!

Easy No-Filo Cheese Bites – Ready in Just 5 Minutes

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 2 votes

Course: Appetizers and Meze, SnackCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

25

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

106

kcal

Total time

45

minutes

Quick and easy no-filo cheese bites made with cheddar, parmesan, and feta. Golden, fluffy, and ready in just 5 minutes of prep time.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 150 g 150 Cheddar Cheese, grated

• 150 g 150 Parmesan Cheese, grated

• 200 g 200 Feta Cheese, crumbled

• 300 g 300 All-Purpose Flour

• 130 g 130 Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil

• 180 g 180 Water

• 2 tbsp 2 Vinegar

• 1 tsp 1 Baking Powder

• Salt, Pepper, Dried Thyme to taste

How to make the Cheese Bites

• In a large bowl, add cheddar, parmesan, vinegar, water, oil, flour, and baking powder.
• Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix, then knead for 2–3 minutes until the dough is smooth and not sticky.
• Add the crumbled feta and knead lightly so it doesn’t melt into the dough.
• Shape the dough into balls (about 40 g / 1.5 oz each).
• Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F), bottom heating, for about 30 minutes until golden.
• Serve warm.

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🧀 Why You’ll Love These Cheese Bites

These cheese bites are a faster, easier alternative to traditional cheese pies that use filo pastry. Instead, a simple dough enriched with olive oil and three types of cheese creates a rich flavor and fluffy texture. They’re perfect when you’re short on time but still want something homemade and delicious.

🌿 Tips for Success

• Cheese mix: You can swap cheddar with gouda or mozzarella, and parmesan with gruyere.
• Size: Keep the balls small and even for faster, uniform baking.
• Serving: Best enjoyed warm, but they also taste great at room temperature.

🍴 Variations

• Add finely chopped spinach or zucchini to the dough for a veggie twist.
• Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking for extra crunch.
• Use smoked cheese for a deeper flavor.

More Greek Snacks & Appetizers to Try

• Crispy Greek Kourou Cheese Pies (No Butter)
• Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Pie
• Oven-Baked Eggplant Slices