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Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip

Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip: A Creamy Crowd-Pleaser Delight

This Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip combines the tart sweetness of cranberries with creamy feta, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cranberry Topping
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Substitute with lemon juice if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can be divided for varying sweetness levels; use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Store-bought cranberry sauce works as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Can substitute with rosemary or omit for a simpler taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use grated, minced fresh garlic, or garlic powder if fresh isn't available.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder dip.
For the Whipped Feta Base
  • 8 oz Feta Cheese Use aged feta as a substitute.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese can be a lighter substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Chopped Pistachios Almonds or walnuts are suitable substitutes.
  • 1 package Crackers or Crostini Ideal for serving and dipping.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine fresh orange juice, honey, cranberries, thyme, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until cranberries soften and pop.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together feta cheese, cream cheese, and olive oil using an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  3. Transfer the whipped feta mixture onto your serving plate, creating a well in the center for the cranberry topping.
  4. Spoon the cranberry mixture over the whipped feta, allowing it to cascade over the sides.
  5. Sprinkle toasted chopped pistachios over the cranberry topping and serve with crackers or crostini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, enjoy the dip chilled after it has been in the fridge for at least 10-15 minutes post-preparation.

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