Sephardi Flaky Cheese Rolls

Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Sephardi Flaky Cheese Rolls, a traditional Mediterranean-inspired pastry that’s as impressive as it is delicious. These golden, buttery rolls are made with a tender homemade dough, filled with a creamy blend of tangy feta, smooth ricotta, and fragrant parsley, all perfectly seasoned with black pepper. The dough, meticulously crafted for its signature flaky texture, encases the filling in irresistible layers before being brushed with an egg yolk glaze, sprinkled with sesame seeds, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or part of a mezze platter, these cheese rolls are best served warm to fully savor their melt-in-your-mouth texture, but they’re equally enjoyable at room temperature. Whether for a festive gathering or a cozy family meal, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers artisan-style pastries guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 125 grams Unsalted butter
• 75 milliliters Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 200 grams Feta cheese
• 100 grams Ricotta cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add the water, a little at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the dough is chilling, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, mix the feta cheese, ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 5

Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 3mm thickness. Cut the dough into 12 rectangles, approximately 10x12cm each.

Step 6

Spoon a tablespoon of the cheese filling onto one end of each rectangle. Fold the dough over the filling and roll tightly, sealing the edges with a little water if needed.

Step 7

Place the rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk, then brush the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and flaky.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(861.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2713.9

Total Fat 180.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 921.4mg	0%
Sodium 4896.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 2.3g
Protein 78.2g	0%

Vitamin D 110.5IU	0%
Calcium 1555.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 746.3mg	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: 58.6%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 30.1%