Crispy Phyllo-Wrapped Feta with Hot Honey Drizzle
Golden, flaky phyllo pastry wrapped around salty, creamy feta cheese, finished with a drizzle of hot honey and sesame seeds. This crispy phyllo-wrapped feta is a sweet, spicy, and savory appetizer that’s quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 block feta cheese (about 150 g)
- 3 sheets phyllo pastry
- 2 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
- 2 tbsp hot honey
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
- Warm pita or crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the feta dry and place it on a work surface.
- Layer the phyllo sheets, brushing each one with melted butter or olive oil.
- Place the feta block in the center and wrap tightly like a parcel, tucking in edges and brushing the outside with more butter.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the phyllo is deep golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with hot honey.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds, thyme, and chili flakes if desired.
- Serve warm with pita or crusty bread.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh out of the oven for maximum crispiness.
- Can substitute hot honey with pomegranate molasses, balsamic glaze, or fig jam for different flavor profiles.
- For extra spice, mix chili flakes directly into the honey before drizzling.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.
- Avoid reheating in the microwave as it makes the phyllo soggy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
