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.
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
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix the crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts.
- 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.
- Cut the layered phyllo dough into 6 equal squares.
- 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.
- Place the bundles on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 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