Description
Tiropitakia are delicious mini Greek feta pies made with crispy filo pastry filled with a flavorful mixture of feta cheese, fresh mint, and egg. These bite-sized savory pastries are baked until golden and then drizzled with honey for a perfect balance of salty and sweet, ideal for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 pack of feta cheese (approximately 200g), crumbled
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
Pastry
- 3 sheets of filo pastry
- 50g butter, melted
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 190°C (170°C fan) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the filo pastry for a crisp golden finish.
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese with the finely chopped mint and egg. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients form a smooth paste-like consistency, which will make folding easier.
- Cut the filo sheets: Take each filo sheet and cut lengthwise into three equal strips, resulting in nine long strips from the three sheets total. Handle filo gently as it is delicate.
- Assemble the pies: Lay one filo strip flat on your workspace and brush it lightly with melted butter. At the base of the strip, add about 2 teaspoons of the feta filling. Fold the pastry in a triangular shape over the filling repeatedly, moving along the strip until you reach the end, creating a compact triangular pie. Repeat with all strips to make nine mini pies.
- Bake the tiropitakia: Place the folded pies on a baking sheet and sprinkle sesame seeds evenly on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the filo is crispy and turns a beautiful golden brown color.
- Serve: Remove the pies from the oven and arrange them on a serving plate. Drizzle each with honey while still warm, enhancing the flavor with a subtle hint of sweetness. Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
Notes
- Handle filo pastry with care as it dries out quickly; keep unused sheets covered with a damp kitchen towel.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the egg used fits dietary preferences if needed.
- Honey drizzle can be adjusted to taste or omitted for a less sweet finish.
- These pies make great finger food for parties and can be served warm or at room temperature.
- You can substitute fresh mint with dried mint, though fresh provides a brighter flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Keywords: Tiropitakia, Greek feta pies, filo pastry, mini pies, appetizer, savory snack, Greek cuisine
