Flaky phyllo sheets rolled with a creamy herby goat cheese mixture on the inside for an irresistible appetizer. These Flaky Herb Goat Cheese Phyllo Cigars were a hit this past week and it's safe to say, I'll be making them much more often!!
How to Make Phyllo Cigars:
Preheat oven to 375F. Line a large baking sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, chopped dill and basil, lemon juice, honey, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
Working with one phyllo sheet at a time, cover the remaining sheets with a damp towel to keep from drying out.
Brush the phyllo sheet generously with olive oil. Add another sheet on top and press down to seal them together.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut 4 equal rectangles.
Working at the bottom of each rectangle, add 2 tablespoons of the goat cheese mixture. Spread out evenly in a thin line at the bottom. Roll up the phyllo rectangle from the bottom up, like a cigar. Seal the edges together with more olive oil.
Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets, placing the cigars on the prepared pan in a single layer.
Brush the phyllo cigars with olive oil.
Bake for 8-12 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
(Optional) Drizzle with honey and flaky sea salt to enjoy!
How to serve Phyllo Cigars?
Phyllo cigars are amazing on their own! However, I'm a HUGE sauce queen so my favorite way to serve phyllo cigars is with a drizzle of honey and flaky sea salt.
Other Ways to Make Phyllo Cigars:
Sun-dried Tomatoes, Basil, and Goat Cheese
Honey, Figs or Fig Preserves, and Goat Cheese
Chili Pepper Flakes, Browned Ground Lamb, and Oregano
Brie, Fig Preserves, and Thyme
Caramelized Onions and Brie
The possibilities are limitless!
I truly hope you all enjoy this treasured recipe that has nestled its way into our hearts here in the ABM kitchen! ’till next time… xxL
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2 tbsp. Fresh Dill, finely chopped (or sub with more basil)
2 tbsp. Fresh Basil Leaves, finely chopped
Juice of 1 Lemon
2-3 tbsp. Honey
1 large Egg, beaten
10-12 thawed Phyllo Sheets
1/2 cup Olive Oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375F. Line a large baking sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, chopped dill and basil, lemon juice, honey, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
Working with one phyllo sheet at a time, cover the remaining sheets with a damp towel to keep from drying out.
Brush the phyllo sheet generously with olive oil. Add another sheet on top and press down to seal them together.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut 4 equal rectangles.
Working at the bottom of each rectangle, add 2 tablespoons of the goat cheese mixture. Spread out evenly in a thin line at the bottom. Roll up the phyllo rectangle from the bottom up, like a cigar. Seal the edges together with more olive oil.
Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets, placing the cigars on the prepared pan in a single layer.
Brush the phyllo cigars with olive oil.
Bake for 8-12 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
(Optional) Drizzle with honey and flaky sea salt to enjoy!
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Ty
September 12, 2023
Can u the cigars ahead & freeze them & then just bake when needed?
Christina
August 30, 2023
Have you experimented with making these ahead and freezing them? If so, what would the bake time/temp be?
Hey, I’m Lauren!
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