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Whipped Cranberry Feta Dip

A festive holiday appetizer featuring creamy whipped feta cheese topped with a tart and sweet homemade cranberry orange compote, toasted pecans, and honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Whipped Feta Base
  • 8 oz feta cheese block in brine, drained
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
Cranberry Topping
  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.25 cup orange juice
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
Garnish
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted and chopped
  • 0.25 cup green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp honey for drizzling

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Saucepan
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, and orange juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in orange zest.
  3. Transfer cranberry mixture to a bowl and refrigerate until completely cool. (Do not skip this step).
  4. In a food processor, combine crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, olive oil, and honey. Process on high for 3-4 minutes until light and creamy.
  5. Spread whipped feta onto a serving platter or shallow bowl, creating a well in the center.
  6. Top with the cooled cranberry mixture.
  7. Garnish with toasted pecans, green onions, and an extra drizzle of honey. Serve with crackers or baguette.

Notes

Ensure the cranberry topping is completely cold before adding it to the cheese, otherwise, the cheese will melt. Toasting the pecans in a dry skillet for 3 minutes enhances their flavor significantly.