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 perfected the crispy, golden phyllo wrapped around creamy feta. The trick I discovered is using melted butter for a perfect crisp. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Spiced Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting and Easy Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup for Cozy Weeknight Dinner.
Why This Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, flaky phyllo crust
- Creamy, salty feta center
- Sweet chili honey sauce for a flavor boost
- Easy to make and better than takeout
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
- Melted butter
- Honey
- Chili garlic sauce
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Sesame seeds
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Phyllo dough: Thawed according to package instructions
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Phyllo dough — Makes the perfect crispy crust → See on Amazon
- Feta cheese — Creamy, salty center → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Prepare the filling: Crumble feta cheese, mix with salt and black pepper.
- Assemble the rolls: Brush phyllo sheets with melted butter, place a spoonful of feta filling, fold into a roll, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix honey and chili garlic sauce, adjust to taste.
- Serve: Drizzle the sweet chili honey sauce over the crispy feta phyllo rolls and garnish with fresh parsley and sesame seeds.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
- Pro tip: Brush phyllo sheets generously with melted butter for a crispy crust.
- Common mistake and fix: If your rolls are soggy, you might not have brushed enough butter. To fix, bake at a higher temperature (400°F/200°C) for less time (15-20 minutes).
- Pro tip: For a spicier sauce, add more chili garlic sauce to taste.
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 ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
Freezing Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Freeze uncooked rolls for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or until heated through. Note that this may make the rolls soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the honey in the sauce and use maple syrup instead.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the feta cheese with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: These rolls are best served fresh, but you can make them ahead of time and reheat in the oven.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are burning, reduce the oven temperature by 25°F (14°C) and cover them loosely with aluminum foil.
Want to level up this recipe?
Chili garlic sauce — Adds a spicy kick to the honey sauce → Check price on Amazon
Crispy Feta Phyllo Rolls with Sweet Chili Honey Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Phyllo dough
- Feta cheese
- Melted butter
Seasonings
- Honey
- Chili garlic sauce
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Crumble feta cheese, mix with salt and black pepper.
- Assemble the rolls: Brush phyllo sheets with melted butter, place a spoonful of feta filling, fold into a roll, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix honey and chili garlic sauce, adjust to taste.
- Serve: Drizzle the sweet chili honey sauce over the crispy feta phyllo rolls and garnish with fresh parsley and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the honey in the sauce and use maple syrup instead.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the feta cheese with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: These rolls are best served fresh, but you can make them ahead of time and reheat in the oven.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are burning, reduce the oven temperature by 25°F (14°C) and cover them loosely with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked rolls for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or until heated through. Note that this may make the rolls soggy.
- Make ahead: You can assemble the rolls ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
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 store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
You might not have brushed enough butter onto the phyllo sheets. To fix, bake at a higher temperature for less time.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked rolls for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
Add more chili garlic sauce to the honey sauce to taste.
These rolls are perfect as an appetizer or side dish. They pair well with a variety of main dishes, such as Greek-inspired meals, pasta dishes, or soups.
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!
