Salted Honey Whipped Feta (Printable Version)

Creamy whipped feta spread with salted honey and floral garnish, ideal for elegant starters.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Flavorings

03 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus extra for garnish
05 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Honey Topping

06 - 2 tablespoons high-quality honey
07 - 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried edible flowers or fresh thyme leaves for garnish

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Combine feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, lemon zest, and black pepper in food processor. Blend for 2-3 minutes, scraping bowl sides intermittently, until completely smooth and fluffy.
02 - Transfer whipped feta mixture to serving bowl and create swoosh pattern using back of spoon.
03 - Combine honey with flaky sea salt in small bowl and mix until integrated.
04 - Drizzle salted honey generously over whipped feta. Top with edible flowers or fresh thyme and additional lemon zest if desired.
05 - Serve immediately with warm pita bread, crostini, or fresh vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless Elegance: Takes only 10 minutes to prepare with no cooking required.
  • Complex Flavors: The fusion of lemon zest, black pepper, and salted honey creates a sophisticated profile.
  • Customizable: Easily adapted with different herbs or cheeses to suit your palate.
02 -
  • Quality Honey: Since honey is a primary topping, use a high-quality floral variety for the best aromatic results.
  • Feta Choice: Use a block of feta in brine rather than pre-crumbled varieties for a creamier finish.
  • The Swoosh: Use the back of a large spoon to create deep grooves in the feta so the honey has places to pool.
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