Description
Oven Fried Feta Rolls with Chili Honey offer a perfect combination of crispy, creamy, and sweet with a hint of heat. These golden, crunchy rolls filled with salty feta cheese are oven fried for a mess-free crispiness and drizzled with a sweet and spicy chili honey glaze, making them an irresistible appetizer or snack that balances bold flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 200g feta cheese, crumbled (cold for best results)
- Optional herbs: 1 tbsp fresh oregano or thyme, chopped (or dill, basil, parsley as desired)
- Optional additions: 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach or roasted red pepper; 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes for heat
Wraps & Coating
- 12 sheets phyllo dough or 12 spring roll wrappers
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Olive oil spray or 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
Glaze
- 1/4 cup chili honey (honey mixed with chili flakes, warmed gently)
- For vegan option: use agave nectar mixed with chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Crumble the cold feta cheese into a bowl. Add any optional herbs or spices like oregano, thyme, or crushed red pepper flakes for an added flavor layer. Mix well to combine.
- Assemble the Rolls: Lay out the phyllo sheets or spring roll wrappers on a clean surface. Spoon a small amount of feta filling near one edge. Carefully roll up the wrapper, tucking in the sides neatly to form a compact roll.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Lightly brush each roll with the beaten egg wash. This helps seal the rolls and gives them a glossy golden finish when baked.
- Add Olive Oil: Spray or brush each roll with a thin layer of olive oil. This encourages a crispy, browned exterior without deep frying.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rolls are crispy and golden brown.
- Drizzle with Chili Honey: Remove the rolls from the oven and immediately drizzle generously with warm chili honey glaze to add a sweet and spicy shine that elevates the flavor.
Notes
- Use cold feta to keep the filling firm and prevent oozing during baking.
- Don’t overfill the rolls to avoid bursting or leaking.
- Apply olive oil lightly to avoid greasiness while ensuring crispiness.
- Chill assembled rolls briefly in the fridge before baking to help maintain shape and improve flakiness.
- Warm chili honey before drizzling for better flow and absorption.
- For vegan version, substitute dairy feta with plant-based cheese and use agave nectar with chili flakes instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: oven fried feta rolls, chili honey glaze, crispy appetizer, baked feta rolls, spicy sweet snack, Mediterranean snack, party appetizer, gluten free feta rolls
