Description
These Oven-Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey are a golden, crunchy treat bursting with creamy feta and drizzled with spicy-sweet honey. Baked (not fried) for the perfect crisp texture, they make an elegant appetizer or snack that combines Mediterranean flavors with a bold modern twist.
Ingredients
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For the Feta Rolls
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley (optional)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 12 phyllo sheets or spring roll wrappers
- 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
For the Chili Honey
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, mix feta, cream cheese, herbs, and lemon zest until creamy but slightly chunky.
3. Assemble the Rolls
- Lay out one phyllo sheet or wrapper on a clean surface.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of filling near the edge, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Brush with olive oil or butter and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
4. Bake Until Crisp
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crispy.
5. Make the Chili Honey
- Warm honey, chili flakes, and lemon juice in a small saucepan for 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in a pinch of salt.
6. Serve
- Drizzle warm chili honey over baked feta rolls or serve on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 155 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg