Description
Crispy phyllo rolls filled with hot honey feta combine Mediterranean flavors for an irresistible appetizer. Greek-inspired ingredients create a delightful snack you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Protein:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) feta cheese, thinly sliced
Pastry and Wrapper:
- 12 sheets phyllo dough
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) oregano
- 2 teaspoons (10 grams) crushed red pepper
- 1.5 sticks (170 grams) butter, melted
- Black sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and carefully unroll the delicate phyllo sheets on a clean work surface.
- Evenly spread thin slices of feta across the phyllo layers, generously dust with fragrant oregano and fiery red pepper flakes, then delicately drizzle with golden honey.
- Carefully roll the phyllo sheets tightly and precisely, creating a compact cylindrical shape similar to sushi preparation, then slice into bite-sized segments.
- Generously coat a muffin tin with melted butter, nestling the rolled phyllo pieces into each compartment, then brush the tops with additional butter and sprinkle with crunchy sesame seeds.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, monitoring until the rolls transform into a rich golden brown with crispy edges, then allow to cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- Handling Delicate Phyllo: Work quickly and keep phyllo sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out and cracking during preparation.
- Cheese Selection: Choose a firm, high-quality feta that holds its shape when sliced to ensure clean rolling and even baking.
- Customize Heat Levels: Adjust red pepper flakes to match personal spice preferences, from mild to fiery hot.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Assemble rolls in advance and refrigerate, then bake just before serving for maximum crispiness and fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg