Description
These crispy Oven-Fried Feta Rolls are filled with a creamy feta and ricotta cheese mixture, baked to golden perfection. Drizzled with a sweet and spicy chili honey, they are a delicious appetizer or snack that will leave your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Rolls:
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 6 sheets phyllo pastry, cut in half
- 1/2 cup melted butter or olive oil, for brushing
For the Chili Honey:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
In a bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, and fresh thyme (if using). Mix well until smooth and well-blended. Set aside. - Assemble the Rolls:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place one half-sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface. Lightly brush with melted butter or olive oil. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture near one end of the phyllo sheet. Roll up the pastry, folding in the sides as you go to create a neat roll. Repeat with the remaining sheets of phyllo and cheese mixture. - Bake the Rolls:
Arrange the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and crispy. - Prepare the Chili Honey:
In a small saucepan, warm the honey over low heat. Add the red chili flakes and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside. - Finish & Serve:
Drizzle the chili honey over the baked rolls or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired. Serve warm for the best flavor.
Notes
- Keep the phyllo pastry covered: Phyllo dough can dry out quickly. Keep it covered with a damp cloth as you work to prevent it from becoming brittle.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake. Simply increase the baking time by 2-3 minutes if baking from chilled.
- Freezing: To make them in advance, freeze the rolls before baking. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (assuming 10 rolls)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg