Description
These Indulgent Oven Fried Feta Rolls are a crispy and flavorful appetizer featuring flaky phyllo pastry wrapped around a herby feta cheese filling, finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy chili honey. Perfectly golden and irresistibly delicious, they bring a gourmet touch to your snack or party platter.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz Feta Cheese (can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill (use fresh for best flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint (Basil can be a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest (from unwaxed lemons)
- Black Pepper, to taste
Phyllo and Topping
- 8 sheets Phyllo Pastry (keep covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying out)
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil (to brush between layers and on tops)
Chili Honey Sauce
- ½ cup Honey (use high-quality honey)
- 1 tablespoon Chili Flakes (adjust according to desired spice level)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (for balance and brightness)
Instructions
- Preparation Steps: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, crumble the feta cheese and combine it with fresh dill, mint, lemon zest, and a generous grind of black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a flavorful and aromatic filling.
- Prepare the Phyllo Strips: Lay two sheets of phyllo pastry flat on a clean surface. Brush generously with olive oil, then cut into strips about 2 inches wide. Keeping the remaining phyllo covered with a damp cloth is essential to prevent drying out.
- Assemble the Rolls: Place about one tablespoon of the feta mixture at one end of each phyllo strip. Fold in the edges carefully, then roll the strip tightly around the filling, forming neat rolls.
- Brush and Bake: Arrange the rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with more olive oil, ensuring a golden and crispy finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and crisp.
- Prepare Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, combine the honey, chili flakes, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over low heat. Warm gently, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors and slightly infuse the honey with chili heat and citrus brightness.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the baked rolls from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Drizzle generously with the warm chili honey just before serving to add a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
Notes
- Serve rolls fresh from the oven for optimal texture and flavor.
- You can freeze the assembled, unbaked rolls for future use; just bake them straight from frozen with a slightly longer cooking time.
- Adjust chili flakes in the honey to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
- Substituting herbs like basil for mint or using goat cheese or ricotta statt feta will alter the flavor but keep great results.
Keywords: Feta rolls, phyllo pastry, oven fried, chili honey, appetizer, Mediterranean snack, herby cheese rolls