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Whipped Feta Dip with Roasted Cranberries

A creamy, salty whipped feta base topped with sweet and tart roasted cranberries, pistachios, and honey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Whipped Feta
  • 8 oz feta cheese block drained and crumbled
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
Cranberry Topping
  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 0.66 cup sugar
  • 0.25 cup water or orange juice
  • 1 pinch salt
Garnish
  • 0.33 cup pistachios chopped
  • 2 tbsp honey

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Small saucepan
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. In a food processor, combine feta, cream cheese, olive oil, and garlic. Process until ultra smooth (approx 3-4 mins).
  4. Stir lemon zest into the whipped feta mixture.
  5. Spread whipped feta into a serving bowl, creating a well in the center.
  6. Top with the cranberry sauce, chopped pistachios, and a drizzle of honey.
  7. Serve immediately with toasted baguette or crackers.

Notes

Ensure cheese is at room temperature for the smoothest texture. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.