Whipped Feta
Updated March 25, 2025
Quick Summary
Whipped Feta: A Creamy & Versatile Dip
Feta cheese is delicious, I love adding it to my salads, eggs, vegetables, and more. I always have it in my fridge. But have you tried Whipped Feta? It is the BEST.
Whipping feta in a food processor or blender, takes the cheese to a whole new level. In just a few minutes, the cheese turns into a rich and creamy dip that is SO delicious.
Whipped feta is very versatile. It makes a great appetizer or snack. Serve with pita bread, pita chips, crackers, vegetables, or roasted vegetables. You can also add a variety of toppings to make the dip extra special. Olive oil, herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers, or go the sweet route and add jam or fresh fruit. The options are endless.
I guarantee you are going to love this simple recipe. Make it for your next party! It’s so easy and always a crowd pleaser.
Key Ingredients
- Feta cheese– make sure you use the best feta you can find. I recommend using a block of feta cheese that is in brine for the creamiest whipped feta with the best flavor.
- Greek yogurt– plain Greek yogurt makes the whipped feta extra creamy and smooth. I also love the tanginess it adds, plus you get a boost of protein. You can use sour cream instead of plain Greek yogurt with similar results. If you want a little less tang, you can use 3 oz of softened cream cheese instead of Greek yogurt.
- Olive oil– the olive oil helps the ingredients come together and provides a nice rich flavor.
- Lemon zest– optional, but so good. I love the slight lemon flavor.
How to Make Whipped Feta
- Add the feta, olive oil, and lemon zest (if using) to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add more olive oil a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Make sure you don’t over blend.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. Feta is naturally salty so I always taste before adding salt.
Topping Ideas
Whipped feta is incredibly versatile and can be topped with a wide array of ingredients to elevate its flavor and texture. Spread the whipped feta in a shallow bowl or onto a small plate and top with desired toppings.
- Olive oil– I like to drizzle a little olive oil on top of the whipped feta.
- Herbs– add freshly chopped herbs. Basil, mint, dill, and parsley are all good options.
- Crushed red pepper flakes– if you want to add a little heat, sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
- Nuts– pine nuts, chopped pistachios, almonds, or walnuts are great for adding a little crunch.
- Tomatoes– Top with halved grape or cherry tomatoes. Chopped sun-dried tomatoes would also be good.
- Cucumbers– cucumbers and feta are a match made in heaven.
- Olives– top with your favorite olives.
- Honey– if you want to sweeten things up, you can add a drizzle of honey or hot honey.
- Fruit– top with fresh fruit. Berries, peach slices, and pear slices are all good options.
- Jam– swirl in your favorite jam!
- Pesto– add a drizzle of pesto!
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a dip with pita bread, pita chips, naan, crackers, or cut up vegetables.
- I also love eating it with roasted vegetables.
- Add a spoonful to your favorite salad or bowl.
- You can also spread the whipped feta on toast, crostini, bruschetta, or flatbread.
- It is also good inside a sandwich or wrap.
- Serve with a charcuterie board.
- You can even add a little to scrambled eggs.
Whipped Feta Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz block feta cheese, in brine
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest, optional
- Finely chopped fresh herbs, for garnish (mint, dill, parsley, and/or basil)
- Crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, roughly chopped, for garnish, optional
- 2 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced, for serving
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, for serving
- Pita bread, naan bread, or grilled bread, for serving
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine the feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and lemon zest, if using.
- Blend until creamy and smooth. You might need to scrape down the sides with a spatula and blend again. If you want a thinner whipped feta, you can add a little more olive oil, but it will thin out as it blends. I don’t salt the whipped feta because feta is salty. You can taste it and add salt and pepper, if desired.
- Spread the whipped feta in a shallow bowl or onto a small plate. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Garnish with fresh herbs, crushed red pepper flakes, and chopped pistachios. Serve with cucumbers, tomatoes, and bread.