Whipped Feta Dip with Hot Honey Drizzle Recipe
This Whipped Feta Dip is a creamy, tangy appetizer featuring smooth whipped feta cheese blended with sour cream, olive oil, honey, and lemon, topped with a homemade hot honey drizzle made from honey and red pepper flakes. Perfect for serving with pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables, this easy and flavorful dip is ready in just 20 minutes and makes a delightful addition to any party or snack table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Whipped Feta
- 12 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Hot Honey
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Chopped chives, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the whipped feta: Add the crumbled feta cheese, sour cream, olive oil, honey, salt, lemon juice, and lemon zest into a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are fully combined.
- Make the hot honey: Pour the honey and red pepper flakes into a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until it reaches a light simmer, then cook for 3 minutes while stirring frequently to infuse the honey with the spice and to slightly thicken it.
- Assemble and serve: Transfer the whipped feta dip into a serving bowl. Drizzle the hot honey over the top and garnish with chopped chives. Serve immediately with pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the hot honey to control the spiciness.
- For a smoother dip, strain the hot honey through a fine sieve before drizzling.
- This dip can be made ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor and lighter option.
