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Hot oven fried feta rolls with chili honey and creamy cheese center served with spicy dip
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Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey

Oven fried feta rolls with chili honey are crispy, creamy, and finished with a sweet-spicy glaze—an easy baked appetizer everyone loves.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 270
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 phyllo dough sheets thawed
  • 1 block feta cheese sliced into 3-inch sticks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes or a few drops of hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme optional
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley optional
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for topping optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest optional, for brightness

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
  2. Slice block feta into sticks about ½-inch thick and 3 inches long
  3. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil
  4. Add a second sheet on top, brush again, then place a piece of feta near the bottom edge
  5. Fold in the sides and roll tightly, repeating for each roll
  6. Arrange all rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet and brush tops with olive oil
  7. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if using, then bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and crispy
  8. While baking, warm honey in a small saucepan and add chili flakes or hot sauce to create the chili honey
  9. Let rolls cool slightly, drizzle generously with chili honey, and serve immediately
  10. Enjoy these oven fried feta rolls with chili honey as an appetizer or part of a Mediterranean-style mezze board

Notes

  • For a creamier filling, mix feta with a spoonful of ricotta
  • Use pre-made chili honey for convenience without compromising flavor
  • Add chopped herbs like thyme or parsley for a fresh, herby kick
  • Avoid using crumbled feta—it can leak and won't hold shape well
  • Serve with red pepper hummus or tzatziki as delicious dipping sauces