Baked Feta Cheese With Honey
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Baked Feta Cheese With Honey
Description
This recipe features an 8-ounce piece of feta cheese blotted dry, placed in an oven-proof dish and brushed with extra virgin olive oil. It is then sprinkled with dried oregano, chili flakes, and black sesame seeds before broiling until the surface bubbles and begins to brown lightly. The hot cheese is immediately drizzled with Greek honey, introducing a rich sweetness that balances the salty and spicy notes from the cheese and seasonings.
The finished dish pairs well with homemade crackers, pita chips, or warm crusty bread for dipping and scooping. The contrast in textures between the creamy melted cheese, crunchy seeds, and liquid honey makes for an elevated simple appetizer that is quick to prepare.
For best results, use good quality Greek feta in brine, such as Dodoni or Mt Vikos brands. Avoid fat-free feta as it lacks the authentic flavor and texture. Honey may be substituted with maple syrup if desired, although Greek honey complements the feta distinctively. Nutritional values will vary depending on chosen products.
Ingredients
- 8 oz feta cheese blotted dry, Greek, piece
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ cup honey Greek
For serving
- crackers
- bread warm, crusty
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler.
- Place the feta in an oven-proof dish, preferably the same one you would use for serving. Pour over the olive oil. Sprinkle dried oregano, chili flakes and sesame on top. 8 oz Greek feta piece 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Broil until the top of the cheese browns and just starts to bubble, one to two minutes.
- Pour over the honey and serve immediately with homemade crackers, pita chips or crusty bread.¼ cup Greek honey crackers warm crusty bread
Notes
- Use quality Greek feta in brine for authentic flavor and texture.
- Avoid fat-free feta varieties as they differ greatly from traditional feta.
- Greek honey pairs best, but maple syrup can be a substitute.
- Serve immediately with crackers, pita chips, or crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 282 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 282kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 656mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 65mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 396IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 295mg | 30% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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