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Whipped Feta and Honey Recipe

Whipped Feta and Honey Recipe
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A creamy and flavorful whipped feta dip drizzled with spicy hot honey and garnished with crunchy pistachios. This easy-to-make appetizer combines tangy feta, sweet honey infused with red pepper flakes, and a hint of lemon for brightness. Perfect for serving with toasted baguette slices at parties or as a savory snack.

Ingredients

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Dip

  • 8 ounces cow’s milk feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Hot Honey

  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Garnish and Serving

  • ⅓ cup chopped pistachios
  • Toasted baguette slices

Instructions

  1. Rinse the feta: Break the block of feta into about 8 pieces and place in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse briefly under cold water then drain well. This step is optional but helps reduce the saltiness of the cheese.
  2. Prepare the hot honey: Combine the honey and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat until the honey starts to simmer. Remove from heat and allow to cool while preparing the dip.
  3. Whip the feta: Transfer the drained feta pieces to the bowl of a food processor. Add the fresh lemon juice and whole milk or Greek yogurt. Process until the mixture resembles ricotta or cottage cheese.
  4. Incorporate the olive oil: With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Scrape the bottom of the bowl as needed and process again until the mixture is smooth and creamy, with a consistency similar to Greek yogurt.
  5. Assemble and serve: Transfer the whipped feta dip to a serving bowl, create a swirl with a spoon, and drizzle the cooled hot honey over the top. Garnish with finely chopped pistachios and serve immediately alongside toasted baguette slices.

Notes

  • Rinsing the feta reduces saltiness but can be skipped if a more intense flavor is preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the honey to control the heat level.
  • For a creamier texture, use whole milk or Greek yogurt as specified; skim milk will yield a thinner dip.
  • This dip is best served fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Use quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor.
  • Replace pistachios with toasted walnuts or almonds if preferred.

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