Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Caramelized Feta with Chili-Honey appetizer. The combination of sweet honey, spicy chili, and creamy feta cheese creates a perfect blend of flavors that will wow your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for entertaining or as a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
Feta:
- 1 block feta cheese (about 8 oz)
Chili-Honey Mixture:
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes or chili flakes
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Additional:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or oregano leaves
- 1 tbsp chopped toasted walnuts or pistachios (optional)
- crusty bread or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake Feta: Place the feta block in a small oven-safe dish or skillet. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 10–12 minutes, until softened and lightly golden.
- Prepare Chili-Honey: While the feta bakes, combine honey, chili flakes, and lemon juice in a small pan over low heat until runny and fragrant.
- Drizzle and Serve: Remove the feta from the oven, drizzle with the chili-honey mixture, sprinkle with herbs and nuts. Serve immediately with bread or crackers.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, use hot smoked paprika with chili flakes.
- You can also grill the feta instead of baking for a different texture.
- Best served warm straight from the oven.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
