Crispy Feta Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Rolls
01 -
1 cup ricotta cheese
02 -
8 oz crumbled feta cheese
03 -
6 sheets of phyllo pastry, sliced in half lengthwise
04 -
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
05 -
¼ cup olive oil or melted butter
→ For the Chili Honey
06 -
½ tsp red chili flakes
07 -
¼ cup of honey
# Instructions:
01 -
Mix the feta, ricotta, and thyme (if you're using it) in a medium bowl. Stir until it's smooth and all combined. Put it to the side for now.
02 -
Carefully unroll the phyllo sheets and cover them with a damp towel so they don't dry up. Slice each one lengthwise to get 12 strips.
03 -
Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and get a baking sheet ready with parchment paper. Lay a strip of phyllo on a clean work surface, and brush it with a bit of melted butter or oil. Drop about a tablespoon of the cheese mix near one end of the strip. Fold the edges over the filling and roll it tightly. Place it seam-side down on the baking sheet. Keep going with the rest of the strips and filling.
04 -
Line up the rolls on the baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between them. Coat the tops with more butter or oil. Pop the tray in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until they're golden and crispy.
05 -
Warm honey in a small pan over low heat and mix in the chili flakes. Let it heat through for 1-2 minutes, then remove it from the stove.
06 -
Take your rolls out of the oven and let them cool a bit. Either drizzle the chili honey on top or serve it as a dip on the side. You can sprinkle some fresh thyme on top if you'd like.
# Notes:
01 -
Don't let the phyllo sheets dry out—keep them under a damp towel.
02 -
Want it spicier? Add more chili flakes to the honey.
03 -
You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate until baking.
04 -
High-quality feta will really improve the taste.
05 -
Goat cheese or cream cheese can replace ricotta if needed.