Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce are the ultimate appetizer. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to brush the phyllo with melted butter. The result? Golden, flaky rolls that are irresistible. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fresh Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad and Easy No Bake S’mores Pudding Cups.
Why This Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, crispy phyllo dough
- Creamy, salty feta cheese
- Sweet and spicy honey chili sauce
- Easy to make and impressive
What You'll Need for Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Phyllo dough
- Feta cheese
- Honey
- Chili sauce
- Melted butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Phyllo dough: Thawed according to package instructions
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Phyllo Dough — Makes rolling easy → See on Amazon
- Feta Cheese — Creamy and salty → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Prepare the feta: Crumble feta into small pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the phyllo: Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into 3-inch squares. Brush each square with melted butter.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a small amount of feta in the center of each phyllo square. Fold the corners of the square over the feta, creating a small packet. Brush the top with more butter.
- Bake the rolls: Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix honey and chili sauce together. Drizzle over the rolls before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overfilling the phyllo squares to prevent them from breaking apart during baking.
- Storage tip: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time, but wait to brush them with butter until just before baking.
- Substitution tip: Try substituting the feta with goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor profile.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days Make-ahead tip: Assemble ahead of time, but wait to brush with butter until just before baking
Freezing Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Freeze uncooked rolls for up to 2 months
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Brush the phyllo dough with melted butter to ensure crispy rolls.
- Best substitution: Try substituting the feta with goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the rolls ahead of time, but wait to brush with butter until just before baking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the rolls are not crispy, try brushing them with more butter and baking for a few more minutes.
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Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Phyllo dough
- Feta cheese
- Honey
- Chili sauce
Seasonings
- Melted butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the feta: Crumble feta into small pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the phyllo: Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into 3-inch squares. Brush each square with melted butter.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a small amount of feta in the center of each phyllo square. Fold the corners of the square over the feta, creating a small packet. Brush the top with more butter.
- Bake the rolls: Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix honey and chili sauce together. Drizzle over the rolls before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: Brush the phyllo dough with melted butter to ensure crispy rolls.
- Best substitution: Try substituting the feta with goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the rolls ahead of time, but wait to brush with butter until just before baking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the rolls are not crispy, try brushing them with more butter and baking for a few more minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked rolls for up to 2 months
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds
- Make ahead: Assemble ahead of time, but wait to brush with butter until just before baking
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sat. Fat: 5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce FAQs
Yes, you can assemble the rolls ahead of time, but wait to brush them with butter until just before baking.
This is likely due to overfilling the phyllo squares. Avoid overfilling to prevent them from breaking apart during baking.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
These rolls are great on their own, but you can also serve them with a side salad or as part of a meze platter.
Yes, you can cook these rolls in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
