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Whipped Feta Dip

Ultra-creamy whipped feta blended with cream cheese, lemon, and garlic until silky smooth. Drizzle with olive oil and honey for an irresistible party dip.

10 minEasyServes 6180 cal/serving

GreekAppetizerBlenderVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 8 oz block feta cheese, crumbled
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add 8 oz crumbled block feta cheese and 4 oz softened cream cheese to a food processor or blender.

  2. 2

    Add 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Process until completely smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.

  3. 3

    Transfer the whipped feta to a shallow serving bowl, using the back of a spoon to create swirls.

  4. 4

    Drizzle with 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil and 2 tsp honey, then scatter 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes on top.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately with warm pita bread, sliced vegetables, or crackers.

Questions

Can I make Whipped Feta Dip dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (8 oz block feta cheese, crumbled, 4 oz cream cheese, softened) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free appetizer collection instead.

How long does Whipped Feta Dip keep?

Refrigerate it in a sealed container for up to four days and stir it back together before serving.

Can I halve or double Whipped Feta Dip?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, blend in batches rather than overfilling the jar.

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