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Crispy, flaky phyllo wrapped around warm, tangy feta cheese on appetizer plates, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with flaky salt
Baked Feta in Phyllo
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
 
Servings: 24
Calories: 76 kcal
Author: Anastasia Midas
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Wrap feta blocks in clean dish towel. Place on cutting board and weigh down with heavy pan or skillet 30-60 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray.
  3. Slice each feta block in half lengthwise, then cut into thirds to yield 24 small pieces, about 1-1/2 x 1/2 inch.
  4. Place one phyllo sheet on cutting board and lightly brush with olive oil. Cut into thirds lengthwise to create strips about 13 x 4 inches. Keep unused phyllo covered with damp towel to prevent drying.
  5. Place piece of feta at short end of phyllo strip. Sprinkle lightly with lemon zest
  6. and thyme. Roll phyllo around feta, folding in sides and brushing with olive oil as needed to seal. Repeat with remaining feta and phyllo.
  7. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Cook wrapped feta
  8. bites, turning gently, until golden and crisp on all sides, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake 5-7 minutes, until feta is warmed through and slightly softened.
  10. To serve, transfer feta wraps to serving platter, drizzle with honey and finish with flaky sea salt. Serve warm.
Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Baked Feta in Phyllo
Amount Per Serving
Calories 76 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 223mg9%
Potassium 17mg0%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugar 0.02g0%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 74IU1%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 85mg9%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.