TikTok Hot Honey Halloumi
You can make this simple cheese dish at home. It's good for a party or with some bread.
The cheese is marinated in a sweet and spicy mixture before being cooked in a pan.
The result is a nice golden brown cheese that you can serve with crackers or pita bread.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 1, 2026Share
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You can make this simple cheese dish at home. It's good for a party or with some bread.
The cheese is marinated in a sweet and spicy mixture before being cooked in a pan.
The result is a nice golden brown cheese that you can serve with crackers or pita bread.
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Ingredients 7
8 ounces halloumi cheese
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
0.5 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
salt to taste
1 tablespoon neutral-flavored oil, such as grapeseed or canola
Instructions
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Slice 8 ounces of halloumi cheese into 6 to 8 even pieces.
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2
Mix 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon of dried red pepper flakes, 0.5 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves, and some salt in a bowl. Add the cheese slices and turn them to coat both sides. Put the bowl in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral-flavored oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Put the cheese slices in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Check regularly so they don't burn.
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When the cheese is golden brown, move it to a plate. Pour the leftover marinade over the cheese and add some more thyme leaves on top. Serve with crackers or pita bread.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 241 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 18g
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Saturated Fat 9g
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Cholesterol 43mg
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Sodium 624mg
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Total Carbohydrate 11g
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Protein 12g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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