Description
These Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are a delicious and crispy appetizer combining creamy, tangy feta cheese wrapped in flaky phyllo dough, baked to golden perfection. Finished with a sweet and spicy chili honey drizzle, this recipe offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures in a simple, elegant dish ideal for entertaining or snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (basil or oregano), chopped
- 2 tbsp pine nuts (optional), toasted
Dough & Topping
- 6 sheets phyllo dough
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp chili honey (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the rolls to a crispy, golden finish.
- Prepare Phyllo Layers: Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, dry surface and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place a second sheet on top and brush that with olive oil as well to help the layers crisp up beautifully.
- Add Filling: At one end of the layered phyllo, place small portions of crumbled feta cheese, sprinkle chopped fresh herbs, and add toasted pine nuts if using. These ingredients create a flavorful, textured filling.
- Roll the Dough: Carefully roll the layers tightly into a log shape, beginning at the end with the filling, ensuring the ingredients are sealed inside the phyllo to prevent leaking during baking.
- Brush and Arrange: Brush the tops of each roll with additional olive oil to promote browning. Place the rolls seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet to keep them intact and easy to remove after baking.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the phyllo is golden brown, crisp, and flaky, signaling the feta inside has warmed through.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven and drizzle them generously with chili honey for a sweet-spicy finish. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor, enjoying a delightful appetizer that balances savory and spicy-sweet notes.
Notes
- Phyllo dough dries out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel while working.
- Chili honey can be made at home by gently mixing honey with chili flakes or purchased for convenience.
- Optionally, pine nuts add a nice crunch and nutty flavor but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Serve these rolls fresh from the oven as they are best enjoyed crispy.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to maintain crispness.
