Sharp feta cheese, creamy ricotta and Greek yogurt, and zesty lemon, all packed with a little heat, come together for an incredible burst of flavor in this Whipped Feta Dip.
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Yes, whipped cheese is really that good
Dips are the life of the party! Seriously. Everybody talks about the dip if there's a good one on the table and fights to scrape the bottom of the dish. That's why it's important to know how to make a variety of different kinds so you can impress your friends (and yourself!) with something new & delicious each time!
This Whipped Feta Dip has all the elements of a stellar and flavorful appetizer. I'll admit, I wasn't sure about how whipped feta would taste before...but now I'M SOLD!
Sharp feta cheese, creamy ricotta and Greek yogurt, and zesty lemon, all packed with a little heat, come together for an incredible burst of flavor! Serve it with crackers, chips, pita bread, or crunchy veggies. You'll be refilling that snacking tray so many times you'll start to worry you might run out!
You can also incorporate this dip as a fun spread on breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, or as part of your meal prep routine.
Ingredients for whipped feta dip
Feta Cheese: I love how tart this cheese is. It's also easy to cream into a spreadable dip.
Plain Greek Yogurt: Great source of protein and super healthy! This will help make our dip nice and creamy.
Ricotta: Another dip essential. The flavor of ricotta pairs so well with feta. And it tastes great cold or warmed up!
Lemon: We'll use the juice and the zest for a pop of flavor.
Olive Oil: Adds a sophisticated flavor and acts as a gorgeous, gourmet topping.
Mike's Hot Honey: I loooooove this stuff. Sweet with a little kick. Will add more dimension to this dip.
Red Pepper Flakes: Just a pinch to add some spice and color.
Salt & Pepper: Add to taste.
Green Onion: Great color, texture, and flavor!
Kitchen equipment
To make this Whipped Feta Dip, you'll need a hand mixer, mixing bowl, cutting board, knife, rubber spatula, measuring cups and spoons, zester, and a serving bowl.
How to make whipped feta dip
- In a mixing bowl, separate a block of drained feta cheese. Add in Greek yogurt and ricotta cheese. Using a hand mixer, slowly beat together.
- Gradually add juice from ½ a lemon and lemon zest while mixing. Repeat with olive oil and Mike's Hot Honey.
- Stop beating the mixture and use a rubber spatula to fold in red pepper flakes.
- Pour into a serving dish. Drizzle some more honey, olive oil, and a few pieces of diced green onion. Serve with your favorite crackers, vegetables, or a grilled protein.
How to enjoy your Whipped Feta Dip
You might not realize it, but you can use this Whipped Feta Dip for so many delicious meals. It would be delicious topped on a piece of juicy, grilled steak or mixed with my Orzo Pasta Salad.
This recipe is also great for sharing. Serve it to your friends with your favorite vegetables, crackers, pita bread, or chips. I recommend sliced peppers, carrots, and cucumbers. You could even stuff this inside some olives or spread on a quartered tomato, inside of a grilled chicken wrap, or on top of an omelet! Heck, you could even dip some fries in this dip!
Do you LOVE the taste of feta cheese like me? Omit the ricotta cheese and double the feta for a stronger taste.
Frequently asked questions
What's the best way to store this Whipped Feta Dip?
Store it in the fridge for up to a week. Be sure to give it 3-4 good stirs prior to ensure none of the ingredients have settled or separated.
What if I don't like feta cheese?
That's okay! You can try using a softer cheese like goat cheese instead. It will change the taste of the dip, but the texture will be similar.
Can I use feta crumbles instead of a block?
Yes! Just note that the crumbles will take longer to mix.
Any tips to tone down the spice?
Swap the spicy honey for regular honey and add a sprinkle of pepper instead of red pepper flakes. You could also get creative by using a flavored yogurt!
Can I make this in a blender?
Sure! The texture may be a little different, though. I recommend pulsing the cheeses and yogurt a few times to get more of a ‘dip’ like texture.
Is this Whipped Feta Dip good for meal prep?
You can totally make this for meal prep. The texture of the dip is designed to be a little clumpy. If this recipe is in your meal prep rotation, just be sure to give it a good stir or two prior to eating.
Other recipes you might like:
Spinach and Roasted Tomato Dip
Whipped Feta Dip
Equipment
- Hand Mixer
- Mixing Bowl
- Rubber Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving bowl
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Zester
Ingredients
- 8 oz block feta cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Mike's Hot Honey
- pinch red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper, to taste
- diced green onion, to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, separate a block of drained feta cheese. Add in Greek yogurt and ricotta cheese. Using a hand mixer, slowly beat together.
- Gradually add juice from ½ a lemon and lemon zest while mixing. Repeat with olive oil and Mike's Hot Honey.
- Stop beating the mixture and use a rubber spatula to fold in red pepper flakes.
- Pour into a serving dish. Drizzle some more honey, olive oil, and a few pieces of diced green onion. Serve with your favorite crackers, vegetables, or a grilled protein.
Notes
Serve it to your friends with your favorite vegetables, crackers, pita bread, or chips. I recommend sliced peppers, carrots, and cucumbers. You could even stuff this inside some olives or spread on a quartered tomato, inside of a grilled chicken wrap, or on top of an omelet! Heck, you could even dip some fries in this dip!
I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. It’s my passion to create dishes that can be shared with others. Tell me something you loved, something that you think it might need, or just say hi!
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1 serving: 6 grams Carbs | 8 grams Fat | 9 grams Protein
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This one is especially good! Something about the green onion and hot honey together seriously hit the spot. I used leftover whipped cheese to make turkey rolls ups for lunch the next day and really enjoyed it in that way too. It is bomb with pretzel thins as an appetizer- little salty, sweet, and light while being decadently creamy. Perfect summer snack 🙂
what a GREAT way to use them! Love the presentation too 🙂
Absolutely DELICIOUS. Made it for Friendsgiving and it was a hit. The perfect amount of salty // sweet. Outdone herself again!
The whipped feta dip was a hit with my guests. The hot honey was a perfect addition to the dip. Awesome recipe!
this is my second time making this & it’s so so good!! the combo of flavors is perfect & it is so easy to make 🙂