Crispy Feta Rolls with Spicy Honey Drizzle Recipe
These Crispy Feta Rolls with Spicy Honey Drizzle combine a crunchy golden exterior with warm, creamy feta inside. The sweet and spicy honey drizzle adds a perfect balance of heat and acidity, making every bite a flavorful delight. Ideal as an appetizer or snack, these rolls are easy to prepare and can be fried or air-fried for a crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Feta Rolls
- 8 oz (225 g) feta cheese, cut into sticks
- 8 spring roll wrappers or phyllo sheets (cut and layered)
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (or use air fryer)
For the Spicy Honey Drizzle
- ¼ cup honey
- ½–1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to heat preference)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Optional Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Feta: Pat the feta cheese sticks dry with paper towels. Lightly sprinkle each stick with dried oregano and black pepper to infuse subtle herbal and spicy notes.
- Wrap the Feta: Place each seasoned feta stick on a spring roll wrapper or layered phyllo sheets. Fold the sides inward and roll tightly to enclose the feta completely. Seal the edges by brushing with the beaten egg to ensure a secure, crisp wrap during cooking.
- Cook the Rolls: For frying: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the rolls for 2–3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. For air frying: Lightly spray the rolls with oil and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp, flipping halfway through if needed.
- Make the Spicy Honey Drizzle: In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey over low heat. Stir in red chili flakes, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Warm for 1–2 minutes to blend the flavors; do not boil.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm spicy honey evenly over the crispy feta rolls just before serving. Garnish with optional sesame seeds and fresh thyme leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Ensure the feta is well dried to prevent soggy wrappers.
- Adjust chili flakes according to your heat tolerance.
- Use phyllo sheets layered to approximate the spring roll wrapper texture if needed.
- For a lighter option, air frying is recommended over deep frying.
- Serve immediately after drizzling honey to maintain crispiness.
- Can be served as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Feta rolls, crispy appetizer, spicy honey drizzle, Mediterranean snack, vegetarian finger food, fried cheese rolls