Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip
This Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip is a creamy, savory-sweet appetizer made with whipped feta and cream cheese, topped with tangy cranberry sauce and crunchy pistachios.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces block feta cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the feta cheese and softened cream cheese. Blend until smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Spoon the whipped cheese mixture into a shallow bowl or serving plate. Use the back of a spoon to create swirls or a slight well in the center.
- Spoon the cranberry sauce over the whipped cheese, letting it settle into the swirls.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios, fresh thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve immediately with crackers, crostini, or sliced vegetables.
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Notes
- Use a food processor for best texture: It gives you that ultra-smooth, whipped consistency, much harder to achieve by hand.
- Let cheeses come to room temp: This helps them blend smoothly and prevents lumps.
- Make ahead friendly: You can prepare the whipped cheese base a day in advance and store it covered in the fridge. Add the toppings just before serving.
- Serve chilled or slightly cool: The dip tastes best when lightly chilled, not straight from the fridge, let it sit for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Switch up the toppings: Try walnuts or pecans instead of pistachios, or add a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
- Great with: Crackers, crostini, pita chips, sliced cucumbers, or even apple slices for a sweet-savory combo.
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