Description
Crispy Baked Feta Rolls with Hot Chili Lemon Honey are golden, flaky appetizers featuring creamy feta cheese wrapped in buttery phyllo pastry. These easy-to-make rolls are baked to perfection and drizzled with a vibrant, tangy honey sauce infused with chili and lemon for a delightful sweet-spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Phyllo Rolls
- 200 g feta cheese, cut into small rectangular sticks
- 6 sheets phyllo pastry
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Hot Chili Lemon Honey Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 small red chili, finely chopped (or ½ tsp chili flakes)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Prepare Phyllo Strips: Lay one sheet of phyllo on a clean surface, brush it with melted butter, place another sheet on top and brush again with butter. Cut the layered phyllo into strips about 6–8 cm wide.
- Assemble Rolls: Place a feta stick at one end of each phyllo strip. Fold the sides over the feta and roll tightly into a cylinder shape to enclose the cheese.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush the outside of each roll with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using, ensuring a crispy, golden crust after baking.
- Bake Rolls: Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking tray and bake for 15–20 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Make Sauce: While the rolls bake, gently warm the honey in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the finely chopped chili, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let it warm for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Serve: Drizzle the hot chili lemon honey over the freshly baked feta rolls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color and freshness.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve the rolls right away to enjoy their crispy texture and vibrant flavors at their best.
Notes
- Phyllo pastry dries out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp cloth while assembling.
- Adjust chili amount based on your preferred spice level.
- Sesame seeds add a nice crunch but can be omitted if desired.
- Serve these rolls as an appetizer or party snack for a crowd-pleasing treat.
- The honey sauce can be prepared in advance and warmed just before serving.
