Crispy Baked Feta Rolls with Hot Chili Honey
Golden-crispy phyllo rolls filled with salty feta and fresh herbs, baked (not fried!) until shatteringly crisp, then finished with a glossy drizzle of hot chili honey. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party bite.
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 18–22 minutes
Total: ~35 minutes
Ingredients
Feta Rolls
200 g feta cheese, crumbled
1 tbsp cream cheese or Greek yogurt
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme or oregano
8–10 phyllo pastry sheets
3 tbsp olive oil
Hot Chili Honey
⅓ cup honey
½–1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
½ tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Filling
In a bowl, mix feta, cream cheese (if using), parsley, thyme, and black pepper
Taste before adding salt (feta is salty)
2️⃣ Assemble Rolls
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F)
Place 1 phyllo sheet on a clean surface
Lightly brush with olive oil or butter
Cut sheet in half lengthwise
Spoon feta mixture along one short edge
Fold sides in and roll tightly like a cigar
Repeat with remaining sheets
3️⃣ Bake
Place rolls seam-side down on lined baking tray
Brush tops lightly with oil
Bake 18–22 minutes until golden and crispy
4️⃣ Make Hot Chili Honey
Warm honey gently in a small pan (do NOT boil)
Stir in chili flakes and vinegar
Remove from heat and let infuse 5 minutes
5️⃣ Serve
Drizzle hot chili honey over warm feta rolls
Or serve on the side for dipping
Tips
Keep phyllo covered with a damp towel while working
For extra crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds before baking
Air-fryer option: 180°C for 10–12 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I fry them instead?
Yes, shallow-fry until golden, but baking keeps them lighter.
Q: Can I prepare ahead?
Assemble rolls, refrigerate up to 12 hours, bake fresh.
Q: Not spicy?
Use plain honey or add chili very lightly.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 150 kcal
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 9 g
Carbs: 13 g