Nini's Phyllo Cheese Squares

Indulge in the flaky, cheesy perfection of Nini's Phyllo Cheese Squares, a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. This recipe layers delicate, golden-brown phyllo dough with a rich and savory blend of feta, ricotta, and mozzarella cheeses, enhanced by the freshness of parsley and a touch of seasoning. Each buttery bite boasts a crisp texture and gooey, cheesy center that melts in your mouth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple baking steps, this dish is perfect for parties, gatherings, or a comforting treat. Serve these irresistible squares warm or at room temperature for a versatile dish that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 10 sheets phyllo dough sheets
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 1 cups feta cheese
• 0.5 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Melt the butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave. Keep it warm and set aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine feta cheese (crumbled), ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, eggs, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a cohesive filling.

Step 4

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter.

Step 5

Unroll the phyllo dough and keep it covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.

Step 6

Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the baking dish and brush it lightly with melted butter. Repeat this process with 4 more sheets, buttering each layer.

Step 7

Spread half of the cheese filling evenly over the phyllo layers.

Step 8

Add 5 more sheets of phyllo dough on top, brushing each sheet with butter as before.

Step 9

Spread the remaining cheese filling over the second phyllo layer.

Step 10

Top with another 5 layers of phyllo dough, buttering each sheet.

Step 11

Using a sharp knife, score the top phyllo layers into squares or diamond shapes, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting all the way through along the scored lines.

Step 14

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(751.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2066.8

Total Fat 134.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 785.2mg	0%
Sodium 4488.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.7g
Protein 91.0g	0%

Vitamin D 106IU	0%
Calcium 2132.7mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 580.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 24.3%