Description
Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are a delightful appetizer featuring crisp phyllo dough wrapped around creamy feta cheese, baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a spicy-sweet chili honey glaze. These rolls are garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh mint leaves for an extra burst of flavor and texture, making them a perfect crowd-pleaser for gatherings or a delicious snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Rolls
- 12 sheets phyllo dough (2 sheets per roll, 6 rolls total)
- 6 small blocks feta cheese (approx. 1 ounce each)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Chili Honey Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Prepare Phyllo Sheets: Gently unroll the thawed phyllo dough and cover it with a slightly damp towel to prevent drying out while assembling the rolls.
- Layer Sheets: Take one sheet of phyllo and brush it evenly with olive oil or melted butter. Place a second sheet on top and brush again to ensure crispiness.
- Cut Dough: Cut the stacked sheets into thirds lengthwise to create strips ready for filling.
- Fill and Roll: Place a small block of feta cheese at one end of each strip. Roll the dough tightly around the cheese, folding in the sides to seal each roll securely.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil or butter and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and crunch.
- Bake Rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the rolls are crisp and golden brown.
- Make Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, combine honey and chili flakes in a small saucepan and heat over low heat for about 5 minutes. Allow the chili honey to cool slightly.
- Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle the warm chili honey over the hot baked rolls and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Serve: Serve the rolls immediately while warm and crispy to enjoy the perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Make sure to cover phyllo dough with a damp towel during preparation to prevent it from drying out.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Use melted butter or olive oil based on flavor preference.
- Fresh mint garnish is optional but adds a refreshing contrast to the sweet and spicy glaze.
- Serve these rolls warm for the best texture and taste experience.
- Freezing the assembled rolls before baking can make handling easier; simply bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to cooking time.
