Cretan Honey And Cheese Bites

These Cretan Honey and Cheese Bites are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that captures the essence of Cretan cuisine. The combination of sweet Cretan honey and savory cheese creates a perfect balance of flavors that will surely impress your guests.

Cretan Honey And Cheese Bites

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Cretan honey
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 12 phyllo dough sheets
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts.
  3. Place one phyllo dough sheet on a clean surface and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and repeat the process until you have 4 layers.
  4. Cut the layered phyllo dough into 6 equal squares.
  5. Place a small spoonful of the feta cheese and walnut mixture in the center of each square. Fold the corners of the dough over the filling to create a small bundle.
  6. Place the bundles on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Drizzle the Cretan honey over the warm cheese bites and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Protein
5g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Baking sheet

Tools

Pastry brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cretan Honey and Cheese Bites with a side of fresh fruit or a light salad for a delightful appetizer spread.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, try using different types of Cretan cheese, such as graviera or myzithra, to add unique flavors to the bites.

Cost

$10