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Whipped Feta Dip with Honey Pistachios and Cranberries topped with chopped pistachios and honey, served in a ceramic bowl with toasted bread on a wooden table

Whipped Feta Dip with Honey Pistachios and Cranberries

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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Whipped Feta Dip with Honey Pistachios and Cranberries is creamy, sweet, and savory all in one bite. Made with whipped feta and cream cheese, then topped with honey, crunchy pistachios, and tart cranberries, it’s the perfect easy appetizer for parties, holidays, or casual snacking.

Ingredients

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For the Whipped Feta Base

  • 8 oz feta cheese, full-fat

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated (optional)

For the Toppings

  • 3 tablespoons honey

  • 1/4 cup pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped

  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)

  • Pinch of chili flakes or za’atar (optional)

For Serving

  • Crusty bread, pita wedges, or crackers

Instructions

  1. Add the feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic (if using) to a food processor or high-powered blender.

  2. Blend for 2–3 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides, until smooth, creamy, and fluffy. Taste and adjust lemon or garlic if needed.

  3. (Optional) Toast the pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Let cool.

  4. Warm the honey slightly so it’s easy to drizzle.

  5. Spread the whipped feta onto a shallow serving bowl or plate, creating gentle swirls.

  6. Drizzle with honey, then top with pistachios, cranberries, and optional black pepper or chili flakes.

  7. Serve immediately with bread, pita, or crackers.

Notes

Use full-fat feta for the creamiest texture.

The whipped feta base can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.

Add toppings just before serving for best texture and presentation.

If cranberries are very dry, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes and drain before using.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

Find it online: https://chickenmagicrecipes.com/whipped-feta-dip-with-honey-pistachios-and-cranberries/