Description
This baked feta recipe combines creamy feta cheese with a crunchy sesame seed crust and a sweet drizzle of honey, enhanced by the aromatic touch of oregano. Served warm with toasted pitta bread, it makes a delightful appetizer or snack that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 200g block feta
Coating & Toppings
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 tbsp honey, plus extra to serve
- 1 tsp roughly chopped oregano
- Olive oil, for drizzling
To Serve
- Warmed pitta breads
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Heat the oven to 200C (180C fan) or gas mark 6 to ensure it’s ready for baking your feta.
- Coat the feta with honey and sesame seeds. Place the toasted sesame seeds in a shallow dish. Brush the block of feta all over with 2 tablespoons of honey, then carefully press it into the sesame seeds, turning so it’s evenly coated and crusted.
- Prepare the feta for baking. Place the sesame-crusted feta snugly into a baking dish. Sprinkle the chopped oregano and a pinch of sea salt over the top, then drizzle with olive oil to add moisture and enhance flavor.
- Bake the feta. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the feta becomes soft and warm throughout.
- Finish and serve. Remove from the oven, drizzle with extra honey, and serve immediately with warmed pitta breads on the side for dipping and scooping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use a high-quality extra virgin olive oil for drizzling.
- Warm your pitta breads just before serving by toasting or heating in the oven.
- To toast sesame seeds, dry-fry them in a pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant, taking care not to burn them.
- This dish works well as a starter or party snack.
- For a nutty twist, consider adding crushed pistachios along with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: baked feta, sesame seeds, honey, feta cheese appetizer, Mediterranean snack, warm feta dip, pitta bread
