Description
These Indulgent Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey Magic are a delightful appetizer featuring creamy feta cheese mixed with fresh herbs, wrapped in crispy phyllo pastry, and baked to golden perfection. Served with a drizzle of sweet and spicy chili honey, they offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz Feta Cheese (or goat cheese/ricotta)
- 2 tbsp Fresh Dill
- 2 tbsp Fresh Mint (or basil)
- 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
Phyllo & Oil
- 8 sheets Phyllo Pastry
- 4 tbsp Olive Oil
Chili Honey Sauce
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 1 tbsp Chili Flakes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature by the time your rolls are ready to bake.
- Prepare Filling: Crumble the feta cheese into a bowl, then add the fresh dill, mint, and lemon zest. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Prepare Phyllo Sheets: Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place a second sheet on top and brush this sheet with olive oil as well to ensure crispiness.
- Assemble Rolls: Spoon a generous amount of the feta herb mixture along one edge of the layered phyllo sheets. Carefully roll up the phyllo pastry tightly, folding in the sides as you roll to seal the filling inside.
- Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each to allow even baking.
- Brush and Season: Brush the tops of each roll with additional olive oil and sprinkle chili flakes evenly over them for a spicy kick.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, mix the honey with chili flakes in a small bowl to create the sweet and spicy chili honey sauce to drizzle over the rolls upon serving.
- Serve: Once baked, remove the rolls from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve drizzled with the chili honey sauce for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Phyllo pastry is delicate and can dry out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel while working.
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of chili flakes in the honey drizzle.
- These rolls can be served warm or at room temperature and make great finger food for parties.
- Substituting goat cheese or ricotta can offer a creamier texture and different flavor profile.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container and reheat in an oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: feta cheese rolls, phyllo pastry appetizer, chili honey glaze, oven baked snacks, Mediterranean finger food, herb and cheese rolls
