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Creamy Whipped Feta

Published: Jun 6, 2021 · Updated: Jun 6, 2021 Author: Alexandra Cook

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Creamy Whipped Feta is a delicious dish that you can make super fast! You will need just a few simple ingredients to make this tasty dip and all are readily available in supermarkets.

overhead shot of completed feta dish, sprinkled with sesame seeds and drizzle with olive oil.
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Why we love this recipe:

This recipe has been inspired by a Greek dip, Tyrosalata, which translates as “cheese salad”.

  • There are so many ways to enjoy the Creamy Whipped Feta. It is delicious as a dip served with a variety of colourful veggie strips and accompanied by Crostini or Homemade Pita Chips.
  • I like to top the crostini with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes or slices of fresh apple drizzled with honey. Or, use it instead of butter on a sandwich. The options are endless.
  • A small amount of cream cheese softens and mellows the salty, tangy flavour of the feta cheese. Olive oil helps the dip become smooth and creamy and some lemon zest adds a bright flavour.
  • As well, you can have it ready to enjoy in about 7 minutes. So quick and easy! Pour a glass of wine and sit back and enjoy.

Ingredients in this recipe:

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Please see the recipe card further along in the post for exact quantities of ingredients and the full method.

For the dip:

Feta cheese – traditionally, Greek feta would be used. However, you can use the cheese of your choice.

Cream cheese – for the best flavour, use a full-fat cheese.

Olive oil – my choice is extra virgin olive oil. Use the best quality olive oil that you have.

Lemon zest – adds a bright note. Be careful to avoid the white pith as it is bitter.

For the topping:

Sesame seeds – briefly toasting the seeds increases their nutty flavour.

Chilli flakes – these dried flakes add some spice. Use more, or less, as you prefer.

Lemon zest and extra virgin olive oil – for the best flavour.

Step by step instructions:

The two steps to make this recipe - adding all of the ingredients to a food processor and the blended mixture.
  1. Add feta, cream cheese, olive oil and lemon zest to the bowl of a food processor.
  2. Blend until the ingredients are well mixed, smooth and creamy.
  3. Transfer the Creamy Whipped Feta to a serving dish. Heat a small frying pan over medium heat, add the sesame seeds and toast to a light golden brown, stirring occasionally. 
  4. Top the Whipped Feta with sesame seeds, chilli flakes, lemon zest and drizzle with the additional olive oil. Use immediately or refrigerate until you are ready to serve. 
overhead shot of completed feta dish, sprinkled with sesame seeds and drizzle with olive oil with some crackers in the background.

Tips for success and FAQs:

The dip itself is naturally gluten-free, so if you follow a gluten-free diet, choose suitable accompaniments such as an appropriate pita bread or crackers.

You can vary the toppings to suit, such as:

  • A drizzle of basil pesto
  • Chopped parsley/chives and lemon zest
  • Cracked black pepper and a drizzle of honey   
  • Extra virgin olive oil and sumac
  • Chilli oil or my Preserved Chillies
How long does the Creamy Whipped Feta last?

You can keep it covered in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The cheese will stiffen during this time so be sure to remove it from the refrigerator about a half hour before serving.

Can I freeze it?

No, I do not recommend it – the Whipped Feta does not freeze well.

What is the best feta to use?

Use good quality feta that is smooth and creamy. If you are using a drier feta, it may be necessary to use more cream cheese or olive oil to thin it to a creamy blend.

What should I serve with the Whipped Feta?

It is delicious as a dip served with a variety of colourful veggie sticks. Try it on crostini with slices of fresh apple drizzled with honey. As well, use it as a spread in a sandwich instead of butter or spread it on toast and top with avocado.

shot of feta in dish, with some crackers on the edge.

More delicious recipes for you to try:

Here are some more of our favourite dip recipes. Try a few of them today, and create a delicious dip platter!

  • Roasted Capsicum Pesto
  • Green Goddess Dip
  • Easy Hummus
  • The Best Baba Ganoush
  • Simple Tuna Dip
  • Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip
  • Homemade Onion Dip

My Creamy Whipped Feta is a revelation. It transforms an already delicious cheese into a smooth, spreadable dip. As well, it is quickly and easily made. Perfect for stress-free entertaining! Let me know in the comments below when you have given it a try!

Alex xx

This post was originally published in July 2018. It has been updated with new photos and more information. The recipe remains the same.

overhead shot of completed feta dish, sprinkled with sesame seeds and drizzle with olive oil.

Creamy Whipped Feta

A tasty dip made from just a handful of ingredients. Creamy Whipped Feta is a delicious dish you can make super fast! Inspired by a Greek dip, Tyrosalata, it requires just a few simple ingredients to make.
5 from 8 votes
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Course: Appetiser, Snack
Cuisine: Greek
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 People
Calories: 301kcal
Author: Alexandra Cook – It’s Not Complicated Recipes

Please note:

For accuracy, when weights are provided, we recommend weighing your ingredients. This will produce the best results. All oven temperatures listed are for fan forced.

Ingredients

For the dip:

  • 180 g (6.5 oz) feta cheese – at room temperature See Note 1
  • 80 g (3 oz) cream cheese – at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil See Note 2
  • 2 teaspoon lemon zest See Note 3

For the topping:

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon chilli flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Put feta, cream cheese, olive oil and lemon zest into a food processor. Blend together until ingredients are well mixed, smooth and creamy. Check the seasoning – if it is too salty, add a little more cream cheese. (The level of salt will depend on the feta.)
  • Transfer to a serving dish.
  • Heat a small frying pan over medium heat, add the sesame seeds and toast to a light golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  • Top the whipped feta with sesame seeds, chilli flakes, lemon zest and drizzle with the olive oil. Refrigerate if not using immediately. See Note 4.

Notes

  1. Use good quality feta that is smooth and creamy. If you are using a drier feta, it may be necessary to use more cream cheese or olive oil to thin it to a creamy blend.
  2. In Australia, the tablespoon is 20 ml or 4 teaspoons. In many other countries, the tablespoon is 15 ml or 3 teaspoons. You may need to adjust your quantities accordingly.
  3. When removing the zest from the lemon, be careful to avoid the white pith as it is bitter.
  4. If you refrigerate the Whipped Feta, the texture will become firm. Be sure to bring it to room temperature for serving.
  5. Please note, the nutritional information is based on four serves. It does not include what the dip is served with. The nutritional information is an estimate only.
Made this recipe? We’d be so grateful if you could leave a comment and rating at the bottom of the page!

Nutrition Estimate:

Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 569mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutritional Disclaimer:

The nutritional information is an estimate only, and is derived from online calculators. For accurate results, we recommend calculating the nutritional information based on the ingredients and brands you use.

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  1. Alanna

    March 12, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    AH-MAZING! I just ‘whipped’ this up to have with my lunch. Had it on cruskits with tuna and cucumber it’s sooo tasty. I don’t think it will last long in the fridge and it will be the perfect snack for my daughter too with carrot/cucumber dippers. Yum! Thanks Alex!

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      March 13, 2019 at 1:16 pm

      So happy to hear this Alanna!!!!

      Reply
  2. Amy

    June 08, 2021 at 2:07 am

    5 stars
    This was so good on fresh bell peppers!!

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      June 12, 2021 at 2:06 pm

      Thanks, Amy – love the idea of the bell peppers!

      Reply
  3. Christy

    July 31, 2020 at 6:23 am

    5 stars
    So good with the toppings and so creamy!

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      August 08, 2020 at 3:27 pm

      Thank you Christy, it’s one of my favourite appetisers, so easily and quickly put together. And the additions can be varied to suit your personal taste. So good! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Beth

    March 30, 2019 at 1:33 am

    5 stars
    Such an easy, delicious dip for a party! A hit.

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      March 30, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      Hi Beth, this is one of my favourite appetisers, just full of Mediterranean flavours. Great for parties. Enjoy 🙂

      Reply
  5. susan

    February 21, 2019 at 1:32 am

    5 stars
    Brilliant! And so simple. Delish!

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      February 21, 2019 at 11:01 am

      Thank you so much, Susan 🙂

      Reply
  6. Fely

    November 07, 2018 at 5:49 am

    5 stars
    This is perfect! Was looking for something simple and yummy to snack on. Sooo good!

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      November 07, 2018 at 10:50 am

      Awesome! So glad to provide some inspiration 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kate Findley

    November 04, 2018 at 5:57 am

    This looks divine! I like your suggestions for serving it, but I imagine I would have trouble containing myself and would devour the whole thing immediately after making it (kind of like when my cousin and I would sneak frosting out of the fridge in the middle of the night and eat it by the spoonful).

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    • Alexandra

      November 04, 2018 at 10:38 am

      Hello Kate!! Haha, fortunately, this probably is slightly better than frosting!! 🙂 I guess I would suggest making this when you have some friends coming over for a portion control point of view 😉

      Reply
  8. Rebecca

    August 14, 2018 at 3:20 am

    5 stars
    Yum! I made this using goats feta and lactose free cream cheese because those are better tolerated by some of the tummies in our family. It was easy and yummy and made HEAPS. I served it on a platter with vegetable sticks and crackers and people found it wonderful.

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      August 14, 2018 at 3:36 am

      So great to hear that those adaptations work so well – as I am sure plenty of other people would be very interested to know! 🙂

      So glad people enjoyed it so much 🙂

      Reply
  9. Maureen

    August 10, 2018 at 7:54 am

    Want to make this tonight will it improve sitting over night. Serve the following evening.

    Reply
    • Alexandra

      August 11, 2018 at 12:04 am

      Hi Maureen,
      It will be fine to make a day in advance – we usually eat it over two nights. It will be delicious the following evening 🙂

      Reply

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