Name: Whipped Feta with Honey
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 8 oz cow’s milk feta cheese; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; ⅓ cup chopped pistachios (for topping); ¼ cup honey; 2 tbsp whole milk or plain Greek yogurt; 1 tsp fresh lemon juice; Toasted baguette slices (for serving)

Description

Whipped Feta with Honey is not just a dip; it’s a delightful experience that transports your taste buds on a journey of creamy texture and flavorful contrasts.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz cow’s milk feta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp red pepper flakes
⅓ cup chopped pistachios (for topping)
¼ cup honey
2 tbsp whole milk or plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Toasted baguette slices (for serving)

Instructions

Begin by breaking the feta cheese into chunks and rinsing it under cold water for a few seconds. This step helps to remove some of the brininess of the cheese, allowing the dip’s flavors to shine through more clearly. Ensure you drain the feta well so that it doesn’t add excess moisture to your dip.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey and red pepper flakes. Warm the mixture over low heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring occasionally. Once it starts bubbling, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly. This step infuses the honey with a nice punch of spice, creating a delicious topping for your whipped feta.
In your food processor, add the drained feta chunks, lemon juice, and either whole milk or plain Greek yogurt. Blend these ingredients until you achieve a grainy consistency. Don’t worry if it’s not completely smooth just yet; continue to blend as you slowly drizzle in the olive oil. This gradual addition helps to emulsify the mixture, transforming it into a rich and creamy dip. Make sure to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl between blending to ensure all the ingredients combine uniformly.
Once the whipped feta reaches a creamy consistency, transfer it to your serving bowl. To make it visually appealing, use the back of a spoon to swirl the top, creating inviting peaks. Now, it’s time to drizzle the cooled spicy honey over the dip, allowing it to flow enticingly into the swirls. Finally, add the chopped pistachios on top for a crunchy texture and a burst of color.

Notes

For a vegan version, consider using a plant-based feta alternative blended with a splash of almond milk for creaminess.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Appetizer

Nutrition

Calories: 220 kcal
Sodium: 490 mg
Protein: 7 g