Description
A creamy and flavorful Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip that combines tangy feta, smooth Greek yogurt, and seasonal pumpkin puree, sweetened with honey and seasoned with thyme and black pepper. Perfectly chilled and garnished with walnuts and fresh thyme, it’s an ideal appetizer served with crusty bread or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Feta:
- Approx. 8 oz block of feta cheese, drained from brine (around 220 grams)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (use a higher fat option for less tartness)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1–2 Tbsp honey (plus more, to serve)
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme)
- Black pepper (freshly cracked, to taste)
Toppings:
- Fresh thyme (can use dried, if needed)
- Chopped walnuts (optional; raw or toasted)
- Extra honey drizzle
Serve With:
- Crusty, toasted bread (like sourdough or baguette)
- Crackers
Instructions
- Prepare Whipped Feta: Add the drained feta cheese and Greek yogurt to a food processor. Blend together for several minutes until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides with a spatula as needed to ensure an even consistency.
- Add Pumpkin and Seasonings: To the food processor, add the canned unsweetened pumpkin puree, 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey depending on your desired sweetness, dried or fresh thyme, and freshly cracked black pepper. Blend everything together until fully combined and smooth.
- Chill the Dip: Transfer the whipped feta mixture to a covered container and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 30 to 60 minutes. Chilling helps the dip to firm up and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: When ready to serve, transfer the chilled whipped feta dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with a handful of chopped walnuts if using, a generous sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves, an extra drizzle of honey, and additional freshly cracked black pepper. Serve with crusty toasted bread or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use higher fat Greek yogurt for a creamier texture and less tanginess.
- Adjust honey quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Walnuts add a nice crunch but are optional.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and stored chilled for enhanced flavors.
- Serve with a variety of dippers such as bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/6 of recipe (~80g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
