Name: Whipped Feta with Honey Dip Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients: 8 oz feta cheese (block style, not crumbled); 3 oz cream cheese (softened); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional); 2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling); Freshly ground black pepper to taste; Chopped pistachios or fresh herbs (thyme or mint) for garnish

Description

This Whipped Feta with Honey Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining. Combining smooth feta and cream cheese with a touch of honey and lemon, it makes a delightful spread for pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables. Garnished with chopped pistachios or fresh herbs, this no-cook dip is quick to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese and Dairy

8 oz feta cheese (block style, not crumbled)
3 oz cream cheese (softened)

Flavorings

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
2 tablespoons honey (plus more for drizzling)
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Garnish (Optional)

Chopped pistachios or fresh herbs (thyme or mint) for garnish

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the feta cheese, softened cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and lemon zest if using. This sets the base of your creamy dip.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even mixing.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the dip and adjust the flavors by adding more honey for sweetness or lemon juice for brightness, according to your preference.
Transfer and Shape: Transfer the whipped feta mixture to a serving bowl. Use a spoon to create swoops or peaks on the surface for an appealing presentation.
Garnish and Serve: Drizzle additional honey over the top and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with chopped pistachios or fresh herbs like thyme or mint if desired. Serve with pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Notes

For a spicy twist, try drizzling with hot honey or adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dip.
This dip can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best creamy texture.
To keep the recipe gluten-free, serve with gluten-free dippers such as gluten-free crackers or vegetable sticks.