Description
Delight in these crispy baked feta rolls, featuring creamy feta cheese wrapped in flaky phyllo dough and drizzled with a smoky, spicy chili honey glaze. Perfectly golden and irresistibly crunchy, these bites blend savory and sweet flavors for an appetizer everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Rolls
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- 6 ounces feta cheese, cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Smoked Chili Honey
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Optional Garnish
- sesame seeds
- fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare the Smoked Chili Honey – In a small bowl, combine honey, chili flakes, smoked paprika, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Brush Phyllo Dough – Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and lightly brush it with olive oil or melted butter to help it crisp up nicely when baked.
- Roll the Feta – Place a feta stick near one edge of the phyllo sheet. Fold in the sides carefully and roll the dough tightly around the feta to form a neat roll.
- Repeat Rolling – Continue the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and feta sticks, placing each completed roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to prevent unrolling during baking.
- Brush with Oil or Butter – Lightly brush the tops of the rolls with more olive oil or melted butter to enhance browning and crispiness.
- Bake Until Golden – Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and achieve a crispy texture.
- Drizzle and Serve – Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately drizzle the warm smoked chili honey over them. Garnish with sesame seeds or fresh thyme if desired, and serve while hot.
Notes
- Adjust chili flakes according to your preferred heat level for milder or spicier bites.
- Use melted butter for richer flavor or olive oil for a lighter option.
- Phyllo dough can dry out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp cloth while assembling.
- Serve immediately after drizzling honey for the best texture contrast between crispy rolls and sticky glaze.
- These rolls make an excellent appetizer or party finger food and pair wonderfully with fresh salads.
