Whipped Feta with Honey
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Whipped Feta with Honey, a creamy dip that perfectly balances sweet and salty notes. This quick and easy recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, cozy nights in, or as a unique appetizer to impress your guests. Blending rich feta cheese with honey and a hint of spice, this dip is versatile enough to pair with toasted baguette slices, fresh vegetables, or as part of a mezze platter. With its simple preparation and customizable options, you’ll want to make this delectable whipped feta dip time and time again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cow’s milk feta cheese
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
- Toasted baguette slices (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the feta by breaking it into pieces and rinsing briefly under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. Drain well.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey and red pepper flakes. Warm until simmering, then remove from heat and let cool.
- In a food processor, blend the drained feta with lemon juice and milk until it resembles ricotta. Gradually drizzle in olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Transfer the whipped feta to a serving bowl, create a swirl on top, drizzle with cooled hot honey, and garnish with pistachios. Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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