Savory Baklava Bites with Walnut and Feta

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Keep warm.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   In a medium bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, dried thyme, and black pepper. Mix well.

   ~3 min
4. 4

   Unroll the phyllo dough. Keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.

5. 5

   Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Brush generously with melted butter.

   ~1 min
6. 6

   Layer another sheet of phyllo dough on top and brush with butter. Repeat this process until you have a stack of 4-5 sheets.

   ~2 min
7. 7

   Spread a thin, even layer of the walnut and feta mixture over the buttered phyllo dough, leaving a small border on one side.

   ~2 min
8. 8

   Carefully roll up the phyllo dough tightly, like a jelly roll, starting from the side with the filling.

   ~2 min
9. 9

   Cut the roll into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch thick. Place cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

   ~2 min
10. 10

    Repeat steps 5-9 with the remaining phyllo dough, butter, and filling.

    ~15 min
11. 11

    Brush the tops of the assembled bites with any remaining melted butter.

    ~1 min
12. 12

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

    ~20 min
13. 13

    Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.