Description
These Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are a crispy and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired appetizer featuring creamy feta and cream cheese wrapped in flaky phyllo dough, baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet and spicy chili-infused honey.
Ingredients
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Feta Rolls
- 8 sheets phyllo dough (thawed)
- 6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
Chili Honey
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Filling: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, combine crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, chopped dill, parsley, lemon zest, and black pepper, mixing until well blended.
- Prepare Phyllo Dough: Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil or melted butter. Layer a second sheet on top and brush again. Cut the layered sheets lengthwise into 3 equal strips.
- Assemble Rolls: Place about 1 tablespoon of the cheese filling at the bottom of each phyllo strip. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly like a spring roll, ensuring the seam is underneath. Repeat with remaining dough and filling to form 12 rolls.
- Bake the Rolls: Arrange the rolls seam side down on the lined baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with additional olive oil or melted butter. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, combine honey, red pepper flakes, chili powder (if using), and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes to meld flavors, then remove from heat and let steep.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm chili honey over the freshly baked feta rolls just before serving. Enjoy them hot or warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- These rolls can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving to save time.
- For convenience, use pre-crumbled feta cheese and dried herbs if fresh are not available.
- Adjust the spice level in the chili honey by increasing or decreasing the amount of red pepper flakes.
