Crispy Feta Phyllo Parcels with Honey & Sesame | Easy Greek Appetizer Recipe

These Feta Phyllo Parcels are crisp, golden pockets of flaky pastry filled with a creamy blend of feta, ricotta, lemon zest, and egg. Fresh from the oven, they’re drizzled with honey and sprinkled with sesame seeds for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Serve them warm as an elegant appetizer, light lunch, or part of a meze spread. They can also be made ahead and frozen, making them an easy yet impressive dish for entertaining.

📝 Ingredients

• 8 ounces (225 g) feta cheese, crumbled
• 8 ounces (225 g) ricotta cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 egg
• 8 sheets #4 phyllo pastry
• 4 ounces (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
• Honey
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted if desired

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. 2Prepare the Filling:In a mixing bowl, combine the feta, ricotta, lemon zest, and egg until creamy and well blended.
3. 3Assemble the Parcels:Place one sheet of phyllo on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted butter. Top with another sheet of phyllo and brush with more butter.
4. 4Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of the filling near one end of the phyllo. Fold in the sides and roll up into a parcel. Place on the prepared tray seam-side down.
5. 5Bake:Brush the tops with melted butter and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
6. 6Serve:Drizzle generously with honey while still warm and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.