Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip Recipe
This Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip combines creamy, tangy whipped feta with sweet and tart cranberry sauce, enhanced by bright orange zest and juice. Garnished with crunchy roasted pistachios, hot honey, and fresh thyme, it’s a festive and flavorful appetizer perfect for serving with toasted crostini, pita, or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Dip
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp orange zest, plus more for garnish
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- 12 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
Garnishes & Serving
- 1/4 cup roasted salted pistachios, chopped
- Hot honey, for drizzling
- Fresh thyme, chopped
- Toasted bread crostini, pita, or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Cranberry Sauce: If using store-bought cranberry sauce, stir it to break up any chunks. If making homemade, ensure the sauce is cooled to room temperature before using it in the dip.
- Whip the Feta: In a food processor or stand mixer bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, olive oil, and heavy cream. Add the minced garlic, orange zest, and orange juice. Process or mix until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble the Dip: Transfer the whipped feta mixture into a serving bowl. Spoon the cranberry sauce over the whipped feta, spreading it into an even layer. Optionally, gently swirl the cranberry sauce into the feta for a marbled effect.
- Garnish the Dip: Sprinkle chopped roasted pistachios evenly over the top, drizzle with hot honey for a touch of sweetness, then finish with a sprinkle of extra orange zest and freshly chopped thyme to add color and fragrant flavor.
- Serve: Serve the dip alongside toasted bread crostini, pita wedges, or crackers for dipping. Enjoy as a festive appetizer or snack!
Notes
- For best results, use full-fat feta and heavy cream to achieve a luxuriously creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey according to your preferred sweetness and heat level.
- This dip can be prepared a few hours in advance and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Homemade cranberry sauce adds a fresh tartness but store-bought works well for convenience.
- To toast crostini, slice baguette thinly and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
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