Description
Crispy Mediterranean-inspired feta rolls combine salty cheese with sweet chili honey in an irresistible appetizer. Crunchy exterior and melted center make this Greek-style dish a crowd-pleasing starter that you’ll want to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
- 8 oz (226 g) feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup (113 g) honey
- 2 tbsps fresh chopped dill
- 1 ½ tsps chili flakes
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- ½ tsp cumin seed
Instructions
- Preheating: Activate the oven to 425°F (218°C) and arrange a parchment-lined baking sheet for optimal preparation.
- Filling Creation: Blend crumbled feta, fresh dill, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl, setting aside olive oil for brushing.
- Phyllo Preparation: Layer a single phyllo sheet on a clean surface, folding it in half to create a compact rectangle for efficient rolling.
- Rolling Technique: Brush phyllo edges with olive oil, then distribute the feta mixture near one end. Roll tightly, securing the sides to prevent filling escape.
- Sheet Arrangement: Position rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet, maintaining space between each piece and coating exteriors thoroughly with olive oil.
- Baking Process: Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until achieving a golden-brown, crispy exterior.
- Chili Honey Sauce: Merge butter and olive oil in a saucepan, incorporating chili flakes and ground cumin. Remove from heat and integrate honey to create a vibrant, spicy-sweet dipping companion.
- Serving: Present hot rolls alongside the warm chili honey sauce, allowing for immediate enjoyment of the crisp, flavorful appetizer.
Notes
- Optimize Phyllo Handling: Work quickly with phyllo dough to prevent drying out; keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel to maintain moisture and flexibility.
- Perfect Sealing Technique: Brush olive oil on edges and fold carefully to create tight, leak-proof rolls that won’t unravel during baking.
- Achieve Golden Crispiness: Generously coat rolls with olive oil and space them separately on the baking sheet for even browning and maximum crunch.
- Spice Balance in Honey: Adjust chili flakes to personal heat preference, ensuring the sauce complements the savory feta filling without overwhelming the delicate flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg