Crispy Baked Feta Wraps with Spicy Honey Drizzle

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🧀 Crispy Baked Feta Wraps with Spicy Honey Drizzle

📖 Description

These golden, crispy wraps are filled with creamy, salty feta cheese coated in a light crunchy crust, then baked to perfection. The finishing touch—a drizzle of sweet and spicy honey—adds a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or even a light lunch with a side salad.

🥢 Ingredients

  • 4 large flour tortillas or flatbreads
  • 8 oz feta cheese, cut into sticks (about finger-sized)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Spicy Honey Drizzle:

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1–2 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • Pinch of chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare feta: Pat feta sticks dry with a paper towel.
  3. Coat feta: Dip each stick into beaten egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs until coated.
  4. Wrap: Place a feta stick on a tortilla, roll tightly into a wrap, and brush lightly with olive oil. Repeat for all wraps.
  5. Bake: Place wraps seam-side down on the baking sheet. Bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden and crispy.
  6. Make drizzle: In a small bowl, mix honey with hot sauce and chili flakes. Warm slightly for easier drizzling.
  7. Serve: Drizzle spicy honey over baked wraps, slice in halves, and serve hot.

📝 Notes

  • Use block feta (not pre-crumbled) so it holds its shape when baked.
  • Panko breadcrumbs make the wraps extra crispy, but regular breadcrumbs also work.
  • Tortillas should be pliable; warm them slightly if stiff.

💡 Tips

  • For added crunch, double-coat feta: egg → breadcrumbs → egg → breadcrumbs.
  • Brush wraps with olive oil before baking for a golden finish.
  • Pair with a Greek side salad, tzatziki, or a cucumber-yogurt dip for freshness.
  • To make ahead, assemble wraps, refrigerate, and bake just before serving.

🍽 Servings

  • Makes 4 wraps (serves 2–4 as an appetizer or snack).

📊 Nutritional Info (per wrap, without drizzle)

  • Calories: ~280 kcal
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sodium: ~540 mg

(Adding spicy honey adds ~60 calories per tablespoon of honey.)

🌟 Benefits

  • Protein-rich from feta cheese.
  • Balanced flavors → salty, creamy, sweet, and spicy all in one bite.
  • Baked, not fried → lighter and less greasy than deep-fried wraps.
  • Versatile → can be served as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I air-fry these instead of baking?
A: Yes! Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden, flipping halfway.

Q: Can I use another cheese besides feta?
A: Halloumi, mozzarella sticks, or paneer work well as substitutes.

Q: How do I prevent the wraps from opening while baking?
A: Place seam-side down on the baking tray and secure with a little beaten egg wash if needed.

Q: Can I make them vegetarian-friendly without egg?A: Yes, use a milk and flour slurry or plant-based yogurt to coat the feta before breadcrumbs.

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