Description
Crispy oven-fried feta rolls bursting with creamy, tangy feta cheese, fresh herbs, and optional toasted pine nuts, all wrapped in delicate phyllo dough and drizzled with sweet and spicy chili honey for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 6 sheets phyllo dough
- 4 tbsp chili honey (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (basil or oregano), chopped
- 2 tbsp pine nuts (optional), toasted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the phyllo rolls evenly and achieving a golden, crispy texture.
- Prepare Phyllo Sheets: Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, dry surface and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again to ensure both layers are well-coated to help them crisp beautifully in the oven.
- Assemble Rolls: Arrange small pieces of crumbled feta cheese along one edge of the layered phyllo sheets. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs and toasted pine nuts, if using, on top of the feta for added flavor and crunch. Carefully roll the phyllo tightly into a log shape starting from the filled edge.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush the tops of each roll generously with olive oil to help them develop a rich golden-brown crust. Place each roll seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking and maintain shape during baking.
- Bake Rolls: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside, indicating the phyllo is perfectly cooked and the cheese inside is warm.
- Serve: Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately drizzle with chili honey to add a delightful contrast of sweet, spicy, and salty flavors. Serve warm and enjoy as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- If phyllo dough sheets dry out easily, cover unused sheets with a clean, damp kitchen towel while working to keep them pliable.
- To make homemade chili honey, gently warm honey with a pinch of red chili flakes to infuse spice.
- For a nut-free option, omit the pine nuts without compromising the flavor.
- Serve these rolls with a side of fresh salad or as part of a mezze platter.
- Make sure to brush each phyllo sheet with olive oil to avoid dryness and enhance crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
