If you want to WOW your guests on Christmas this appetizer of Crispy Smoked Mozzarella with Honey and Dates will do it!
6 sheets phyllo dough
6 oz smoked mozzarella, cut into 6 equal pieces
Vegetable oil, for frying
8 oz Dates, quartered
1 C honey, plus more for drizzling
3 tsp black sesame seeds
(I doubled the recipe and made them the morning of then reheated in a hot oven before serving.). Heat oil to 350 degrees.
Wrap each piece of mozzarella (log shape) in one piece of phyllo. Start at top and fold sides in then wrap all the way down until covered (almost egg roll looking). Seal end with a little water. Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Meanwhile heat honey and dates until combined.
Once phyllo package is fried, top with honey date mixture and black sesame seeds.
