Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. After making these dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to brush the phyllo with melted butter and bake them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. They’re perfect for holiday parties or a light dinner with a side salad. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Cheesy Asparagus Casserole Recipe for Dinner and Easy Creamy Broccoli and Quinoa Bake for Dinner.
Why This Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, flaky phyllo wrapped around creamy feta
- Sweet and spicy honey sauce for dipping
- Easy to make ahead and freeze
- Perfect for holiday parties or light dinners
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
- Butter
- Honey
- Chili sauce
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Phyllo dough: Thawed according to package instructions.
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How to Make Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Prepare the filling: Crumble the feta into a bowl and mix with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Prepare the phyllo: Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp towel to prevent drying. Cut the phyllo into 3-inch squares.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a teaspoon of feta in the center of each phyllo square. Fold the corners of the phyllo over the filling to form a packet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the rolls on it. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the sauce: While the rolls are baking, mix together the honey and chili sauce. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds to combine.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overfill the phyllo squares. It makes them harder to fold and can cause the filling to leak.
- Time-saving tip: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake.
- Make-ahead tip: These rolls can be frozen before or after baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
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 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake.
Freezing Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Freeze before or after baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
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 with melted butter to ensure a crispy exterior.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the feta with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: These rolls can be frozen before or after baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the rolls are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil.
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Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Phyllo dough
- Feta cheese
- Butter
- Honey
- Chili sauce
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Crumble the feta into a bowl and mix with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Prepare the phyllo: Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp towel to prevent drying. Cut the phyllo into 3-inch squares.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a teaspoon of feta in the center of each phyllo square. Fold the corners of the phyllo over the filling to form a packet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the rolls on it. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare the sauce: While the rolls are baking, mix together the honey and chili sauce. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds to combine.
Notes
- Chef tip: Brush the phyllo with melted butter to ensure a crispy exterior.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the feta with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: These rolls can be frozen before or after baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the rolls are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze before or after baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
- 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: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 170
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
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 and refrigerate them until ready to bake. You can also freeze them before or after baking.
This could be due to overfilling the phyllo squares or not baking them long enough. Make sure to fold the phyllo tightly around the filling and bake until golden brown.
Yes, these rolls are perfect for holiday parties like Thanksgiving. They can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Yes, store-bought phyllo dough works perfectly fine. Just make sure to thaw it according to the package instructions.
These rolls are great with a side salad, like our Easy Creamy Broccoli and Quinoa Bake or Easy Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Soup.
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!
