Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to brush each layer of phyllo with plenty of melted butter. Start with my Easy Lemon Herb White Bean Dip for a well-rounded meal. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Lemon Herb White Bean Dip and Refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint.
Why This Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, flaky phyllo crust
- Salty, creamy feta filling
- Sweet, spicy honey sauce
- Easy to make and freezes well
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: Sesame seeds
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Phyllo dough: Use frozen phyllo dough and thaw it according to package instructions.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Phyllo Dough — Makes these rolls crispy and flaky → See on Amazon
- Chili Sauce — Adds a sweet, spicy kick to the honey sauce → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Prepare the filling: Crumble the feta cheese into a bowl. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Assemble the rolls: Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into 3-inch squares. Place a small spoonful of feta filling in the center of each square. Fold the corners of the square towards the center, creating a small packet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the honey sauce: In a small bowl, mix together honey and chili sauce. Drizzle the sauce over the rolls before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Tip: Keep the phyllo dough covered with a damp towel while working to prevent it from drying out.
- Common mistake and fix: If your rolls are soggy, you may not have brushed enough butter between the layers. To fix, bake them at a higher temperature (400°F/200°C) for a shorter time (15-20 minutes) to ensure they're crispy.
- Tip: For a crunchier exterior, brush the tops of the rolls with an egg wash before baking.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the rolls up to a day ahead. Store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Freeze uncooked rolls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat rolls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat rolls in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. This may make them soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the honey and use maple syrup instead.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the feta cheese with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: These rolls can be made ahead and frozen. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are burning on the bottom, place them on a lower rack in the oven.
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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
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Crumble the feta cheese into a bowl. Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Assemble the rolls: Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into 3-inch squares. Place a small spoonful of feta filling in the center of each square. Fold the corners of the square towards the center, creating a small packet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake the rolls: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the honey sauce: In a small bowl, mix together honey and chili sauce. Drizzle the sauce over the rolls before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the honey and use maple syrup instead.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the feta cheese with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Make-ahead: These rolls can be made ahead and frozen. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are burning on the bottom, place them on a lower rack in the oven.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked rolls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat rolls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat rolls in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. This may make them soggy.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the rolls up to a day ahead. Store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sat. Fat: 4g
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 up to a day ahead. Store them in the fridge until ready to bake. You can also freeze uncooked rolls for up to 3 months.
This is likely due to not brushing enough butter between the layers or over-baking. To fix, bake them at a higher temperature for a shorter time to ensure they're crispy.
Yes, you can cook the rolls in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
These rolls pair well with my Easy Lemon Herb White Bean Dip or a Refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint.
Yes, store-bought phyllo dough works perfectly fine. Just make sure to thaw it according to the package instructions.
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!
