Whipped Feta with Honey Recipe
A creamy and tangy whipped feta dip with a spicy-sweet hot honey drizzle, garnished with crunchy pistachios. This easy-to-make appetizer pairs perfectly with toasted baguette slices for a delightful snack or party treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 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: Break the block of feta into about 8 pieces and place in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse briefly under cold water to reduce saltiness and then drain well.
- Make the Hot Honey: In a small saucepan, combine honey and red pepper flakes. Warm over medium heat until it starts to simmer, then remove from heat and let cool while preparing the dip.
- Whip the Feta: Transfer drained feta to a food processor bowl. Add fresh lemon juice and whole milk or Greek yogurt. Process until the mixture resembles ricotta or cottage cheese in texture.
- Add Olive Oil: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Scrape down the sides and process again until the dip is smooth and creamy, with a consistency similar to Greek yogurt.
- Plate and Garnish: Transfer the whipped feta dip to a serving bowl. Use a spoon to create a swirl on the surface. Drizzle the cooled hot honey over the top, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- Serve: Serve immediately alongside toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Notes
- Rinsing the feta reduces the saltiness but is optional.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Use whole milk or Greek yogurt according to desired creaminess.
- Serve promptly for the best texture and flavor contrast between dip and honey.
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