Angel Wings Whipped Feta (Printable Version)

Creamy whipped feta with lemon, honey, and herbs perfect for dipping with pita or vegetables.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tbsp Greek yogurt

→ Flavorings

04 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for drizzling
05 - 1 tsp lemon zest
06 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced

→ Toppings

08 - 2 tbsp honey
09 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
10 - 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
11 - ½ tsp cracked black pepper
12 - Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ For Serving

13 - Pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables

# Directions:

01 - In a food processor, blend feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and minced garlic until completely smooth and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes, scraping down sides as needed.
02 - Taste the mixture and add more lemon juice or olive oil to enhance flavor if desired.
03 - Spoon the whipped feta into a shallow serving bowl and create a swirl pattern on the surface using the back of a spoon.
04 - Drizzle generously with honey and extra olive oil, then sprinkle with chopped dill, mint, cracked black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
05 - Present immediately accompanied by pita chips, crostini, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and tangy flavor
  • Perfect for festive holiday platters
02 -
  • Contains dairy so not suitable for lactose intolerant without substitutes
  • Use gluten-free dippers if gluten sensitivity is a concern
03 -
  • Scrape down the sides of the processor for an even creamy texture
  • Adjust lemon juice and olive oil to taste for brightness and richness
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