Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip Recipe
This Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip is a creamy, flavorful spread combining tangy feta cheese, smooth pumpkin puree, and a touch of honey and thyme. Perfectly chilled and garnished with nuts and fresh herbs, it’s an ideal appetizer served with crusty bread or crackers for an autumn-inspired snack or party dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 to 70 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: About 1.5 to 2 cups of dip, serving approximately 6 to 8 people as an appetizer 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 8 oz block of feta cheese, drained from brine (approximately 220 grams)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- 1–2 Tbsp honey (plus more for serving)
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh thyme (for sprinkling)
- Chopped walnuts (optional; raw or toasted)
- Extra honey drizzle
To Serve
- Crusty toasted bread, such as sourdough or baguette
- Crackers
Instructions
- Make Whipped Feta: Add the drained feta cheese and plain Greek yogurt to a food processor. Blend together for several minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides with a spatula as needed to fully incorporate the ingredients.
- Add Pumpkin and Flavorings: Incorporate the canned pumpkin puree, 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey (adjust based on your preferred sweetness), dried or fresh thyme, and several cracks of freshly ground black pepper into the food processor. Blend again until all ingredients are evenly combined and the dip is smooth.
- Chill the Dip: Transfer the whipped feta mixture to a covered container and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes. This chilling process helps the dip to thicken and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Prepare to Serve: Once chilled, transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped walnuts if desired, sprinkle freshly chopped thyme on top, add an extra drizzle of honey, and finish with more freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Accompany the pumpkin whipped feta dip with crusty toasted bread such as sourdough or baguette slices, or a selection of your favorite crackers for dipping. Enjoy this seasonal dip as a flavorful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For a nuttier depth, toast walnuts lightly before chopping and adding as garnish.
- If you prefer a tangier dip, reduce the amount of honey or omit the extra drizzle when serving.
- Use fresh thyme if available for enhanced aroma and flavor, but dried thyme works well too.
- This dip can be made a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated until serving.
- Adjust the honey quantity to match your preferred balance of sweetness and tang.
Keywords: pumpkin dip, whipped feta, Greek yogurt dip, autumn appetizer, Thanksgiving dip, easy party dip, savory pumpkin, fall recipes, Mediterranean appetizer
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