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Switching up our Easter app options with these Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey. Greek phyllo pastry dough rolled up with feta cheese, garlic, and fresh dill, then baked until warm, golden, and crisp. Serve these yummy, oven fried rolls with spicy honey for dipping. Such an easy appetizer that everyone always loves!
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Easter is this Sunday, and while I previously shared My favorite Easter Recipes with you all, there’s always room at the table for additional food, especially appetizers. And trust me, you’ll want to make these.
When I had this idea the other day I was so excited to create the recipe and share it with my family. I knew they would love these simple rolls. I don’t often cook with phyllo dough, so they felt fun and different.
When I think of Easter, I always sway towards Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors. Feta and phyllo dough are commonly paired together in Greek cooking, so I knew the combination would be delicious.
I wanted to add a little sauce, and honey is always my go-to when serving feta as an appetizer. The sweetness really balances out the saltiness of the cheese.
Working with phyllo dough
Phyllo dough can be intimidating to work with. But as long as you keep the dough covered with a damp towel while working, it’s not difficult!
Because phyllo is so thin, it tears easily, so just go slowly while assembling. And as I said, keep the dough covered. When phyllo dries out, it cracks and becomes hard to work with.
Also, you should know that your first roll will not be perfect. But have extra sheets of phyllo on hand and by the end, you’ll have the rolling perfected.
Details
Start by combining the feta, dill, and garlic. Then add some olive oil to a bowl for brushing. Use the oil when you feel like the dough is getting dry, it will keep it wet.
Lay the phyllo out, add the feta, and then tuck and roll like a burrito. It’s not fancy, I promise! Brush each roll with olive oil before baking, then bake until golden.
The sauce
While baking, make the honey sauce. I did a spicy chili butter honey sauce with just a little oil, butter, chili flakes, and cumin seed. You can cook the spices in the butter and oil to really bring out their flavor before adding the honey.
The spiciness and sweetness really balance with the salty, herby flavors in the rolls.
I love to serve these warm, but they’re delish at room temperature too! And if you want to prepare the rolls ahead of time and bake off before guests arrive, that works too! Just keep the pan covered until you’re ready to bake.
These will be so perfect for Easter Sunday, Mother’s Day, and anytime you need a quick, simple, and different appetizer! They’re a hit every time!
Looking for other spring appetizers? Here are my favorites:Â
Garlic Herb Roasted Olives with Burrata
Crispy Oregano Roasted Potatoes with Creamy Feta Sauce
Honey Whipped Feta with Garlic Herb Roasted Olives
Pan-Fried Feta with Peppered Honey
Lastly, if you make these Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey
IngredientsÂ
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 16-20 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1-2 teaspoons chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
- 1/3 cup honey
InstructionsÂ
- 1. Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a bowl, combine the feta, dill, and garlic. Place 1/4 cup or so of olive oil in a bowl for brushing.3. Place 1 sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and gently fold it in half crosswise. Brush the phyllo with a little olive oil around the edges. On the short end of the dough, add 1 rounded tablespoon of feta. Roll the phyllo up over the filling, folding the side edges in, to seal…burrito style. Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet and repeat to make 12-16 rolls. 4. Brush the top of each phyllo roll with olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown on top. 5. Meanwhile melt together the butter, 1 tablespoon oil, the chili flakes, and cumin in a small skillet. Cook over medium heat until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the honey. 6. Serve the rolls warm with honey sauce for dipping/drizzling.
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These are delicious. I had some leftover pastry to use and this was the perfect recipe for the job – so easy too
Hey Maire,
Awesome! Thanks so much for trying this recipe, love to hear it was enjoyed!
Have the best Sunday!
I have not used phyllo dough in a long time but was intrigued by these. The photos seem to show that you cut the phyllo dough in triangles? Do they come like that? I ask because there are no instruction on cutting and nothing on width or length. I understand that a box of phyllo dough like shown in the recipe link contains 2 rolls. And that there are 20 sheets per roll. So one box should cover it????
Hey Jeff! I would not cut into triangles and yes, you only need 1 box of dough. The directions should hopefully give you all the details. Hope you enjoy these! Let me know how I can help further! xT
Your directions just say “fold crosswise” but your video doesn’t show how you folded the Phyllis dough to get the triangle shape shown and there does not seem to be a way to fold a rectangle one time to make a triangle. Could you please clarify exactly what fold you are doing?
Hi there,
I cut my phyllo dough at an angle to get the triangle shape. You do not have to do this and can follow the recipe as written.
I hope you love this recipe!
I’m wondering if I can cook the rolls in the air fryer?
Hey Julia,
I’ve not tested this, but I bet it would work nicely for you! Please let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
Yes, they do very well in an air fryer! That’s how I always do them.
Whats the sauce ? Recipe?
Hi Jen,
That is the chili honey sauce:) Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Tieghan – I gave this recipe to my husband to make and he was SO IMPRESSED!! He loves eating the recipes that I make, now he’s hooked on making them himself!! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
Hey Tina,
Happy Monday! I appreciate you trying this recipe and your comment, I’m so glad it turned out well for you! xT
These were over the top fabulous. Can you prepare one day ahead, cover with Saran, and then bake next day or best the day of?
Hi there! I would be worried that the rolls would get soggy if preparing ahead of time! xT
Can you freeze them
Before baking?
They are so delish, want to make a double batch but hate to have to do it the day of the party.
Hi Susan! Yes, that should work well! 🙂 xT
Hello,
I’ve never worked with Phyllo dough before and I have to questions. First if I make these the day before baking do I have to keep a damp towel on them while in the fridge? Second question, it looks like the dough is cut on angles does it come that way or do you have to cut it that way?
Thanks,
Aimee
HI there! Yes I would keep a damp towel on them so they don’t dry out! And I cut the dough into angels myself 🙂 xT
Tieghan, I think your recipe is perfect just the way it is. Thanks for all your wonderful inspiration.
Kim
Thank you so much Kim! So sweet of you! xT
I’m not a huge feta fan, but love the idea. Who’s another cheese pair well? If so, which would you suggest other than blue cheese?
Hi Luisa,
Goat cheese and ricotta cheese would both be delicious! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xT
Looks great, but “oven fried” isn’t a thing that exists. These are baked. Frying does not mean brushing something with oil.
Thanks for your feedback Ian!! I hope you love this recipe! xx
So many vegan friends and faux feta is easy to find for me. Do you think this would work with a cheese sub (and olive oil instead of butter in the sauce as well.)
Hi Andrea,
Sure, I don’t see why not! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope it turns out well for you! xx
Hi! Can I make ahead the night before refrigerate and bake the next day? Thanks!
Hi there! I haven’t ever done that personally, but that should be okay! xT
Can I freeze them?
Hi Donna,
Sure, I don’t see why that wouldn’t work for you! Please let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
Tieghan,
Do I bake first before I freeze?
I would freeze before baking:)