Description
This Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip combines creamy feta and cream cheese with tart cranberry sauce and a touch of honey for sweetness. Topped with chopped pistachios, this festive dip offers a balanced flavor perfect for holiday gatherings. Serve it with toasted bread or crackers for an elegant appetizer that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 8 ounces feta cheese (in the brine, brought to room temp)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
Mix-ins
- ½ cup whole cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
Toppings
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Drain the feta: Remove the feta cheese from its brine and let it come to room temperature to ensure it mixes smoothly.
- Combine cheeses: In a food processor, add the feta and softened cream cheese. Pulse until the cheeses are well combined and smooth.
- Add cranberry sauce and honey: Add ¼ cup of cranberry sauce and the honey to the food processor. Pulse again until the mixture is evenly blended but still has some texture.
- Transfer to serving dish: Remove the whipped cheese mixture from the food processor and spread it evenly on a serving platter or place it in a bowl.
- Add toppings: Spoon the remaining cranberry sauce over the top of the spread cheese and sprinkle with chopped pistachios for added crunch and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the dip with toasted bread or crackers, making sure to scoop up a bit of the cranberry and pistachio topping with each bite.
Notes
- This cranberry feta cheese dip recipe is a favorite for the holidays, offering a creamy texture paired with the tartness of cranberries.
- Bringing the feta to room temperature aids in achieving a smooth, whipped consistency.
- Softening the cream cheese beforehand makes blending easier and smoother.
- Use whole cranberry sauce for texture; avoid smooth cranberry jelly to preserve bite.
- Chopped pistachios add a delightful crunch and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate covered and bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 192 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 323 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
