Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce are the perfect party appetizer or quick dinner. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the phyllo dough crispy is to brush it with melted butter and bake at a high temperature. The result is a golden, flaky exterior with a creamy, melty feta and spinach filling. Speaking of spinach, these rolls are a great way to sneak some greens into your meal. Plus, they’re lighter than traditional spanakopita, making them a great option for summer cookouts. If you’re looking for more light and fresh appetizers, try my Easy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce or my Easy Keto Caprese Stuffed Avocado Bites Recipe. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Keto Caprese Stuffed Avocado Bites Recipe and Easy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce.
Why This Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, flaky phyllo dough exterior
- Creamy, melty feta and spinach filling
- Sweet and spicy honey sauce for dipping
- Easy to make and perfect for parties or a quick dinner
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
- Fresh spinach
- Butter
- Garlic
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Phyllo dough: Thaw according to package instructions before using.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Phyllo Dough — Makes the perfect crispy exterior for these rolls. → See on Amazon
- Food Processor — Makes quick work of chopping the spinach and garlic. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Prepare the filling: In a food processor, combine spinach, garlic, feta, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the spinach is finely chopped and the mixture is well combined.
- Assemble the rolls: Lay a sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Brush with melted butter. Spoon a line of filling across the bottom edge. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
- Bake the rolls: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, chili sauce, and lime juice. Drizzle over the rolls before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Common mistake and fix: If your phyllo dough is tearing, try wetting your fingers with a little water and pressing the tears back together. This will help keep the filling from leaking out.
- Expert tip: To prevent the phyllo dough from drying out, cover it with a damp towel while you're assembling the rolls.
- Time-saving tip: You can make the filling up to a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Just let it come to room temperature before assembling the rolls.
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 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble the rolls up to a day ahead. Store 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. 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. Microwave: Reheat rolls in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp up in the oven for 5 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the feta and add a cup of chopped mushrooms to the filling.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the spinach with chopped kale or Swiss chard.
- Make-ahead: These rolls are best served fresh, but you can make the filling up to a day ahead and assemble the rolls the day you plan to serve them.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil and reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
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Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Phyllo dough
- Feta cheese
- Fresh spinach
- Butter
Seasonings
- Garlic
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a food processor, combine spinach, garlic, feta, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the spinach is finely chopped and the mixture is well combined.
- Assemble the rolls: Lay a sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Brush with melted butter. Spoon a line of filling across the bottom edge. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
- Bake the rolls: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, chili sauce, and lime juice. Drizzle over the rolls before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the feta and add a cup of chopped mushrooms to the filling.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the spinach with chopped kale or Swiss chard.
- Make-ahead: These rolls are best served fresh, but you can make the filling up to a day ahead and assemble the rolls the day you plan to serve them.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are browning too quickly, tent them with aluminum foil and reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked rolls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. 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.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat rolls in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp up in the oven for 5 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the rolls up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- 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 up to a day ahead and store them in the fridge until ready to bake. However, they are best served fresh.
This is likely due to not brushing the phyllo dough with enough butter or not baking them at a high enough temperature. Make sure to brush both sides of the dough and bake at 375°F (190°C).
Yes, you can use frozen phyllo dough. Just make sure to thaw it according to the package instructions before using.
These rolls are great with a side of tzatziki sauce or a Greek salad. They also make a great appetizer for a Mediterranean-themed meal.
Yes, you can make these rolls in the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), then cook the rolls for 10-12 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!
