Description
These oven baked feta rolls are crispy, flaky phyllo pastries filled with a creamy blend of feta, ricotta, and thyme, served with a sweet and spicy chili honey drizzle. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or party snack, they offer a delightful flavor contrast and satisfying texture with minimal preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Feta Rolls:
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 6 sheets phyllo pastry, halved
- ¼ cup melted butter or olive oil, for brushing
For the Chili Honey:
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp red chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, and fresh thyme leaves if using. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay out one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface while keeping the remaining sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying out. Lightly brush the phyllo sheet with melted butter or olive oil. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture near one end of the sheet. Fold in the sides neatly and roll tightly to form a compact roll. Place the roll seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat this process with each phyllo sheet and the remaining filling.
- Bake the Rolls: Brush the tops of all the rolls with additional melted butter or olive oil to aid browning. Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes or until the rolls develop a golden brown, crispy exterior.
- Prepare the Chili Honey: While the rolls bake, warm the honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the red chili flakes and allow the mixture to warm gently for about 1–2 minutes to infuse the flavors. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm chili honey over the freshly baked feta rolls or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce. For the best taste and texture, enjoy the rolls while still warm.
Notes
- Keep unused phyllo sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying and cracking.
- Use about one tablespoon of filling per roll to avoid leakage or bursting.
- Brush each phyllo layer and the edges thoroughly with butter or oil to achieve a crisp, golden finish.
- Adjust chili flakes in the honey according to your preferred spice level.
- Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispiness.
- For a vegan option, substitute the cheeses with vegan alternatives and use plant-based butter or oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: feta rolls, baked phyllo pastry, chili honey, appetizer, party snack, Mediterranean, vegetarian, crispy pastry, spicy sweet
