Whipped Feta and Honey with Pistachios and Toasted Baguette Recipe
This Whipped Feta and Honey recipe offers a delightful combination of creamy, tangy feta cheese blended to a smooth texture and topped with spicy hot honey and crunchy pistachios. Served with toasted baguette slices, this appetizer is perfect for entertaining or a flavorful snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Whipped Feta 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 Topping
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Garnish and Serving
- 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 them in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse briefly under cold water and then drain well to reduce saltiness, although this step is optional.
- Make the Hot Honey: In a small saucepan, combine the honey and red pepper flakes. Warm over medium heat until the honey starts to simmer. Remove from heat and let it cool while you prepare the dip.
- Whip the Feta: Transfer the drained feta to the bowl of a food processor. Add the fresh lemon juice and whole milk or Greek yogurt. Process until the mixture reaches a ricotta or cottage cheese texture. While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Scrape the bowl and process again until smooth and creamy, resembling Greek yogurt consistency. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Assemble and Serve: Create a swirl pattern in the whipped feta dip with a spoon. Drizzle the cooled hot honey over the top. Garnish with chopped pistachios and serve immediately with toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- Rinsing the feta cheese is optional but helps reduce saltiness for a milder dip.
- Adjust red pepper flakes in hot honey to control spiciness.
- The dip is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Substitute pistachios with toasted walnuts or almonds if desired.
- Use plain Greek yogurt or whole milk for creaminess; avoid flavored yogurts to maintain balance of flavors.
- Toast baguette slices until golden for the best texture contrast.
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