Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Oven-Fried Feta Rolls with Spicy Chili Honey deliver crispy phyllo envelopes around creamy feta filling drizzled with sweet-heat honey. These elegant appetizers serve 8 in 30 minutes perfect party starters.
Why This Recipe Works
Phyllo crisps perfectly in oven eliminating fryer mess. Feta softens without melting out when mixed with ricotta binding. Chili flakes bloom in hot honey creating addictive sweet-spicy contrast. Olive oil brushing achieves golden crunch without sogginess.
Ingredients & Prep
8 oz feta crumbled, 1 cup ricotta, 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped, 1 garlic clove grated, 12 sheets phyllo thawed, ¼ cup olive oil brushing. Chili Honey: ⅓ cup honey, 1½ tsp chili flakes, ½ tsp cumin seeds, 1 tbsp butter.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat oven 425°F. Line baking sheet parchment. Mix feta ricotta dill garlic smooth. Lay phyllo sheet fold half lengthwise brush olive oil. Spoon 1½ tbsp filling bottom corner roll cigar-style tucking sides. Place seam down brush tops oil. Bake 18-20 minutes golden. Melt butter medium add chili flakes cumin 1 minute fragrant. Stir honey off heat. Drizzle warm rolls serve immediately.

Flavor Variations
| Variation Key | Add/Swap | Resulting Twist |
|---|---|---|
| Spinach Feta | Chopped spinach | Spanakopita bite |
| Fig Honey | Fig jam in honey | Sweet sophistication |
| Lemon Ricotta | Lemon zest | Bright Mediterranean |
| Truffle Oil | Truffle oil brushing | Luxury upgrade |
Storage Tips
Best fresh. Refrigerate 2 days reheat 375°F 5 minutes. Freeze unbaked 1 month bake from frozen add 5 minutes.
FAQs
Phyllo tearing? Keep sheets covered damp towel work quickly. Rolls soggy? Brush oil don’t soak bake hot oven. Honey thick? Warm gently microwave 10 seconds.
Conclusion
Oven-Fried Feta Rolls achieve restaurant glamour through sheet pan simplicity crispy, creamy, addictive perfection.
PrintOven-Fried Feta Rolls Recipe
Oven-Fried Feta Rolls with Spicy Chili Honey deliver crispy phyllo perfection stuffed with creamy feta. Golden baked rolls meet sweet-heat honey drizzle for ultimate appetizer. Perfect party starter for Pinterest charcuterie boards and holiday entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 18 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Feta Rolls:
- 8 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped) OR 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- 18 sheets phyllo dough (thawed)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (for brushing)
- Chili Honey:
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1½ tsp red chili flakes
- ½ tsp cumin seeds (optional)
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven 425°F. Line baking sheet parchment paper.
- 2. Mix crumbled feta, dill, grated garlic until combined.
- 3. Lay 1 phyllo sheet flat. Fold in half lengthwise. Brush with olive oil.
- 4. Add 1 tbsp feta mixture to bottom end. Fold sides inward ½”. Roll tightly into log.
- 5. Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining sheets.
- 6. Brush all rolls generously with olive oil. Bake 18-22 mins until golden crispy.
- 7. While baking: melt butter in small saucepan. Add chili flakes, cumin. Cook 30 seconds fragrant.
- 8. Stir in honey + vinegar off heat. Keep warm.
- 9. Brush hot rolls with chili honey. Serve immediately with extra dipping honey.
Notes
- Keep unused phyllo covered with damp towel – dries fast!
- Work quickly with one sheet at a time.
- Feta mixture can be prepped 2 days ahead, chilled.
- Chili honey stores 1 month fridge. Microwave to liquify.
- Freeze assembled rolls (pre-baked) up to 3 months. Bake from frozen +5 mins.
- Air fryer option: 375°F 12-15 mins, shake halfway.
- Double batch disappears instantly at parties.
- Swap ricotta 50/50 with feta for creamier filling.
- Perfect game day, holiday app, date night treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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