Description
Crispy phyllo rolls filled with creamy feta cheese, drizzled with sweet and spicy chili honey for a delightful appetizer or snack. Perfect for any festive gathering or cozy evening treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
- 100g (3.5 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 8 sheets phyllo pastry
- 4 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
For the Chili Honey:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Filling
- In a small bowl, mix feta cheese, cream cheese, and fresh thyme until smooth and combined.
- Prepare Phyllo Rolls
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted butter. Fold it in half lengthwise.
- Place 1-2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture along one short end, then roll tightly to form a cylinder. Tuck the sides as you roll.
- Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
- Bake the Rolls
- Arrange the rolls seam-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with more melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds (if using).
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the Chili Honey
- In a small saucepan, gently warm honey, chili flakes, and lemon juice over low heat. Stir until combined and remove from heat.
- Serve
- Drizzle the warm chili honey over the baked rolls just before serving. Garnish with additional thyme leaves if desired.
Notes
- Substitute cream cheese with ricotta for a lighter filling.
- Add finely chopped roasted red peppers to the filling for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Oven-fried feta rolls, crispy phyllo appetizers, chili honey drizzle, Mediterranean snacks, festive finger food