Sweet, salty and velvety rich, this easy whipped feta dip with cream cheese, honey, garlic and a little spicy kick from cracked pepper is perfect for parties, weekends or any time you want to share a moment and bite with someone! Dip it with soft, warm pita bread or crisp, whole grain crackers. This is special food that you’ll love to enjoy.
This is such a simple recipe, but one with big rewards. A quick chop of chives, a minute or less in the food processor and you have a gorgeous dish that tastes every bit as delicious as it looks. A little rustic, a little sophisticated, there is nothing quite like soft, rich cheese and sweet honey, especially when it’s meant to be shared!
What You Need To Make Whipped Feta with Honey
- Feta crumbles
- cream cheese
- minced garlic
- dried basil
- olive oil
- honey
- chopped pistachios
- coarse black pepper
- chives
The Engineer and I love dishes like this when we want to take meal time up a notch or two, but we don’t want to go out. A little bowl of whipped feta and honey is ideal for nibbling while we unwind and catch up on each other’s day. Followed up with a little pan-seared steak and broccoli slaw with apples and brussel sprouts and we’re talking a perfect evening that’s special without being fussy.
But it doesn’t stop there. This whipped feta dip is the perfect before dinner bite when we have friends over. It hits the spot on game day, when the girls come over or just anytime when appetizers or slowing down and sharing is on the menu!
Can this dip be made ahead of time?
- The cheeses, garlic and basil can be whipped together and even plated up to one day ahead of time. Just cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you are ready to use. Add honey and garnishes when you are ready to serve.
Can Feta & Honey be stored after it’s been served?
- There usually isn’t any left over around here. But if you happen to have some you would like to save after serving, it should at least keep for one day if wrapped with plastic wrap and kept in the fridge.
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Whipped Feta with Honey Dip
Ingredients
- 4 oz crumbled Feta cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 C honey
- 1 Tbsp chopped pistachios
- 1 tsp finely chopped chives
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine feta, cream cheese and olive oil until cheese are well combined and smooth. Add basil and garlic, mixing well again.
- Scoop cheese out of the food processor onto a small plate or into a shallow bowl. Use a large spoon to create a well in the center of the cheese. Fill the well with honey. Garnish the sides of the well with chives, pistachios and black pepper.
- Serve immediately with warm pieces of pita bread.
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I made this and it was so so so delicious OMG
Cynthia
Hi, Cynthia! I am just thrilled that you loved this recipe! It’s a little different, but SO delicious and SO special. Just an honor to share it with you!
This looks amazing! I’m not a fan of pistachios. Do you feel like another but would sub well? Almonds/walnuts/pecans??
Hi, Stephanie! I think almonds would work wonderfully. Let me know what you think!
a friend served this to a small group of us and we all loved it. Devoured it actually. After our first bite we all asked for the recipe. This will be one I always bring to any gathering. Perfect combo of taste and textures. Excellent.
Thank you so much, Suz! I’m just tickled to hear this! We felt the same way when we first tried it at a restaurant in Nashville. I couldn’t wait to get home and try my hand at making it. It was an instant favorite!
This was delicious!
LOVE that you loved it!
This is literally the best dip I have ever had! Definitely a crowd-pleaser, everyone raves about it!
Oh my gosh, Katie! Thanks so much! I think it’s the honey, do you?
Absolutely addictive!
Hi, Grace! For ME TOO!
This is now my go-to appetizer. It’s quick and easy to put together and a perfect addition to our Charcuterie Sundays! I serve it with a quick, homemade naan bread brushed with garlic butter. Perfection!
Oh, I LOVE the idea of Charcuterie Sundays! Delish! I am so glad you’ve included this whipped feta into your meal. You’ve made my day!
Made to bring to a backyard bbq. Everyone loved it. Great dip for even the pickiest person to cook ok for. Absolutely a repeat recipe.
Hi, Pat!
That’s awesome! I am just tickled to hear that it was a hit at your BBQ. Thank you so much for sharing this!
This looks so good! What a unique and delicious dip to bring for an appetizer!
Thanks, Suzanne!
This dish always comes home empty! (my favorite thing!)
Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?
Hi, Vanessa!
It usually keeps for at least 1 round of leftovers. But after that, the water content in the ingredients usually starts to separate. If you plan to eat it at more than one sitting, consider adding the honey as you go. It will store better without the honey added.
I made this last night for a backyard BBQ and my family LOVED it! So easy and delicious! Thank you!!!
Hi, Angie!
Eeek! I am so excited! I am thrilled to hear that your family loved this whipped feta. You’ve made my day!
Love this recipe. Feta, honey and bread. What’s not to love. I have also had Ricotta, honey and bread as an appetizer – – equally as amazing and super easy to put together. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Hi, Beth! I feel the same! I bet Ricotta is a yummy substitute. Sounds divine!
Sounds delicious 🙂 I have goat cheese on hand- would that be a suitable substitute for the feta?
Hi, Suzanne! Yes, love some delicious goat cheese. Not quite as salty as feta, but still would work perfectly!
Everyone wanted the recipe. Absolutely delicious and it looked so pretty! Thank you!
Hi, Jo! Thank you so much! That is just awesome. I am just tickled that you loved this recipe!
Yum yum yum! Everyone gobbled it up. Will be making this again and again and again. Thanks!
Hi, Janna! I am so glad to hear this! There is just something about all that honey! Thank you so much!
Love this recipe. Absolutely delicious, Thanks for sharing the recipe.👍🥰!
Greetings from Belgium
Hi, Ghislaine! Welcome! I am just tickled that you loved this feta dip. Honey, cheese, herbs… all the good stuff!
This was delicious, served with the Garlic Naan crisps from Trader Joe’s. It was a hit even with my picky-eater-guests.
I love it when even the picky eaters enjoy it too! This is awesome. Thank you!
OMG!!! Best feta dip i’ve tried!
Hi, Maris! This is awesome! I am so glad you loved the recipe.
Made it last night. Everyone raved about this appetizer and then asked for the recipe. I used 4 oz of soft, herbed goat cheese instead of feta and it was fabulous (no food processor needed). Thank you for sharing this fabulous recipe!
Hi, Tracy!
I am just tickled that you loved this recipe! I am a HUGE fan of goat cheese, so this sounds wonderful!
I took this for Easter as an appetizer with homemade naan and it was INCREDIBLE. Like WOW! The flavors are just amazing and everyone LOVED it. I’m still not over how delicious it was.
Hi, Rachael! This makes my week! Thank you so much for making this crazy little feta dip for your Easter celerbration and sharing it with those you love. I am just tickled!
Hi Rachael: had this at a quaint restaurant in Charleston, SC and loved it
This dip is so perfect, super easy, can be made in advance and SOOO delicious. It’s my new go to appetizer, thanks for the amazing recipe!
Hi, Meg! You are so welcome! I am just tickled that you love this dreamy little dip.
I love this recipe so so much! Made it for a Christmas spread last year for my boyfriends family, and it was a hit! Making it again today, and have every confidence everyone will love it.
Hi, Chelsey! That is wonderful! Thank you so much for making this dip and sharing it with those you love. I hope it becomes your new go-to!
Made it for dinner with friends, a murder mystery game night, and Christmas. It’s been the first dip to leave the table every time. It’s absolutely incredible and I have to share the recipe every time I make it.
Love love love!
Hi, Derika! You have absolutley made my entire month!! Plus, a murder mystery game night… How fun is that?! I am so glad you love this dip. It’s hard to beat a little honey and whipped cheese in my book!
This was delicious & easy to make! Definitely will make again!! Thank you for sharing!