Savory feta and sun-dried tomato pastries
For a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack, these savory feta and sun-dried tomato pastries are the perfect choice. Ready in less than an hour, they can be enjoyed right away or made the night before to enjoy in the morning. Kids love them, and they are perfect for a lunch box or on the go.
Ingredients
- 250 ml milk, 1 cup
- 80 ml olive oil, or another type of vegetable oil, ⅓ cup
- 2 eggs
- 195 grams all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled, ~1 cup
- 70 grams sun-dried tomatoes from a jar, without the oil, ½ cup chopped
- 8 grams sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
- In a large bowl, whisk the milk, olive oil, and eggs until smooth.250 ml milk, 80 ml olive oil, or another type of vegetable oil, 2 eggs
- Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until combined.195 grams all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt
- Fold in the crumbled feta and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.100 grams feta cheese, crumbled, 70 grams sun-dried tomatoes from a jar, without the oil
- Line a 12x9 inch (30x22 cm) or similar-sized baking dish with parchment paper and add the batter, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if you’d like.8 grams sesame seeds
- Bake on the middle rack for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is cooked through (check by inserting a toothpick; if it comes out clean, it’s ready). Remove from the oven, slice, and enjoy.
Notes
- Use sun-dried tomatoes soaked in oil. If you have only dry tomatoes, soak them in hot water for a few minutes until soft.
- Store any leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can enjoy them warm or cold. They can also be frozen, well sealed, for 1 month. To defrost them, place them in the fridge overnight or leave them at room temperature until soft. To reheat them, wrap them in parchment paper or foil and place them in the oven at 350F (180C) for a few minutes until warm.
- To substitute feta and/or sun-dried tomatoes is easy, and you have many options. Some examples are spinach, olives, ham, cheddar, mozzarella cheese, a variety of herbs (chives, parsley, basil, etc.), sweet peppers, caramelized onion, and many more. You can make different fillings every week depending on the availability and preferences.