Cheesy crinkle Baked Phyllo
Looking for a unique and flavorful appetizer or snack or party recipe that's sure to impress? Look no further than this delicious layered cheesy crinkle baked phyllo recipe! Packed with a mouthwatering combination of creamy feta cheese, melted cheese, earthy spinach, flavorful scallions, and bold burnt garlic, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for something both indulgent and wholesome. This dish is seasoned with aromatic zaatar and baked to perfection, creating a crispy, golden crust that's simply irresistible. And when served with a side of sweet honey and spicy sauce, the flavors really come alive, creating a perfect balance of earthy, sweet, and spice.
Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a unique snack to share with friends, or simply craving something deliciously different, this layered cheesy crinkle baked phyllo recipe is sure to please. So why wait? Give it a try today and discover the irresistible flavors of this amazing dish!
Happy Cooking!
Servings: 10-12 servings
Prep time: 10-20 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Baking time: 45 mins
Time taken: 1.5 hours
Ingredients:
1 roll/8 oz phyllo
1 stick/114g butter, melted
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
6 oz feta cheese crumbled
1 cup white cheddar/pepper jack/swiss cheese grated
5-6 scallions chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
3-4 garlic cloves of garlic finely chopped
9 oz spinach ( I used baby spinach)
2 tbsp chopped parsley leaves
1/2 tsp salt as per taste
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/2-1 tsp red chili flakes
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp sugar
Topping:
2 tbsp za'atar seasoning
1/2-1 tbsp red chili flakes
Honey to serve with
Spicy sauce to serve with
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350F.
While the oven preheats, put a pan on low-medium heat.
Add olive oil and when warm add garlic. Saute for 5-6 mins till it starts to get brown. Once it’s brown add spinach leaves, chopped parsley, and spices (salt, pepper, salt, chili flakes, and cumin) and saute.
Cook for 1-2 mins until the leaves have wilted and remove the heat. Keep aside.
In a baking dish ( I used a 5*12 dish) brush little butter on the base.
Crinkle a sheet of phyllo and spread and place them in a baking pan. Cover the base of the baking pan with crinkled phyllo sheets. For each layer, I used about 5-7 sheets of phyllo.
Brush melted butter over the Phyllo layer.
Spread half of the mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese over the phyllo.
Top the cheese with half of the chopped scallions.
Top the scallions with another layer of crinkled phyllo. Always use a single sheet to kind of smush and crinkle it.
Brush melted butter over the Phyllo layer.
Top the phyllo sheet with the spinach mixture spread out evenly.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the spinach.
Top the feta with another layer of crinkled phyllo.
Brush melted butter over the Phyllo layer.
Spread the remaining half of the mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese over the phyllo.
Top the cheese with the remaining half of the chopped scallions.
Top the scallions with another layer of crinkled phyllo.
Brush melted butter over the Phyllo layer.
Sprinkle za’atar and red chili flakes over the phyllo all over the top.
Bake at 350F for 35-45 mins till it is cooked through and golden brown all over.
Let it cool for 3-5 mins and then cut and serve.
You must drizzle honey and serve it with a spicy sauce of your choice to complete it.
Enjoy warm!
Notes/Tips:
Keep phyllo sheets covered when not working with them or they will dry out.
You can prepare the layers in the baking dish and keep it ready from before. Keep it covered well in cling wrap in the freezer so it doesn’t dry out for up to 2 weeks. No need to thaw. The baking temperature will be 370F for 18-22 mins and then 350F for 20-25 mins.
Only use one sheet when smushing/crinkling. For each layer, I used about 5-7 sheets of phyllo.
Make sure each layer of phyllo is brushed well with butter s it cooks in the oven.
Zaatar is a must!! If you don’t have zaatar mix together cumin powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and dried oregano with toasted sesame seeds.
