Crispy Baked Feta Rolls with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce Recipe
These Crispy Baked Feta Rolls feature a savory and tangy feta cheese filling blended with fresh herbs and honey, all wrapped in flaky phyllo dough and baked to golden perfection. Served with a sweet, spicy, and tangy chili dipping sauce, they make a delightful appetizer or snack with a perfect balance of crispiness and creamy filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 7 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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Feta Filling
- 6 ounces crumbled feta
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Phyllo Dough Wrapping
- 7 sheets frozen phyllo dough (thawed)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Sweet Chili Sauce
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce (store-bought)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Feta Mixture: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese with fresh dill, thyme, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a drizzle of honey. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated to make the flavorful filling.
- Prepare Phyllo Dough Sheet: Carefully take one sheet of thawed phyllo dough and keep the remaining sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Place the sheet on a clean surface, fold it in half, then brush the top surface generously with extra virgin olive oil to ensure a crispy, golden crust.
- Fill and Fold Dough: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the feta mixture onto the bottom center edge of the folded phyllo dough. Fold the edges inward over the filling, smoothing the dough as you go to enclose the feta completely.
- Roll into Log: Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, stopping about one inch before the end. Brush the exposed bottom edge with olive oil to help seal the roll, and finish rolling tightly. Place the roll seam side down on the prepared baking sheet to prevent it from unrolling during baking.
- Brush and Bake: Brush the tops of each feta roll with additional olive oil for crispiness. Arrange the rolls on the baking sheet and bake on the center rack for 20 minutes or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp.
- Prepare Sweet Chili Sauce: While the rolls bake, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, lemon juice, and water in a medium saucepan over low heat. Bring just to a low simmer, then remove from heat immediately to meld the flavors without overcooking.
- Serve with Sauce: When the feta rolls are baked to perfection, brush each one generously with the prepared sweet chili sauce. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired, and serve warm alongside the remaining sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out and becoming brittle as you work.
- You can adjust the amount of honey in the feta mixture and sauce to your preferred sweetness level.
- If you prefer a milder sauce, reduce or omit the Sriracha.
- These rolls are best enjoyed fresh and warm for optimal crispiness.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute phyllo dough with gluten-free pastry sheets, though texture will vary.
Keywords: baked feta rolls, crispy feta rolls, phyllo dough appetizer, Mediterranean appetizer, sweet chili sauce dip
