Ingredients
Cheese Mixture
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled into chunks
- ⅔ cup 2% cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 teaspoons hot honey, divided
Toppings and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons roasted salted pistachios, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Serving
- Apple slices, crackers, pretzel chips, or veggie sticks
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the crumbled feta cheese, 2% cottage cheese, extra virgin olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of hot honey to a small food processor.
- Pulse and Blend: Pulse the mixture briefly to break up the feta chunks, then run the food processor until the mixture is completely smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even blending.
- Prepare to Serve: Spoon the whipped feta mixture into a shallow serving bowl, smoothing it into an even layer for an appealing presentation.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle the remaining 3 teaspoons of hot honey evenly over the whipped feta. Sprinkle the chopped roasted salted pistachios and red pepper flakes on top for crunch and a touch of heat.
- Serve: Present the whipped feta with apple slices, crackers, pretzel chips, or vegetable sticks for dipping and spreading.
Notes
- Use 2% cottage cheese for creaminess; full-fat cottage cheese can also be used for a richer texture.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey and red pepper flakes to your preferred sweetness and spice levels.
- Roasted salted pistachios add a flavorful crunch; feel free to substitute with other nuts like almonds or walnuts.
- Whipped feta can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
