Whipped Feta With Honey & Chili Crisp

Whipped feta with honey is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s gained popularity in recent years. This creamy, tangy spread combines the salty bite of feta cheese with the sweetness of honey. While not a traditional Greek or Middle Eastern recipe, it uses flavors from those areas. Basically, you’re mixing up salty feta cheese and drizzling it with honey to make something that works great as a dip or spread.
To make it right, use good-quality Greek feta (made from sheep’s milk or a mix of sheep’s and goat’s milk). Can’t find Greek feta? No worries—any crumbly feta will do the job. Some people add Greek yogurt or cream cheese to make it extra smooth, but I love a mix of sour cream and mayonnaise. A few small spoonfuls of chili crisp look so pretty on top of whipped feta and are a perfect match for its salty-sweetness.
I use it as a dip with pita or naan bread, veggies, and even French fries. Try spreading it on cheddar chive biscuits for breakfast, use it instead of goat cheese for this smoked salmon puff pastry tart, or dollop a spoonful on this coconut milk chili for a cool contrast. It takes less than 10 minutes to make and goes with so many other dishes!
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Ingredients For Whipped Feta With Honey

Ingredient Notes
- Chili Crisp: A spicy oil-based condiment that adds heat and crunch as a topping. I put that shit on everything!
- Feta Cheese: A salty, brined cheese that turns lusciously creamy when whipped. Use Greek feta, if possible, for the best flavor.
- Garlic: Just one small clove enhances the dip without overpowering it. Adding it is optional.
- Honey: Its sweetness balances the saltiness of the cheese.
- Mayonnaise: Adds creaminess and richness to the dip. I prefer full-fat Hellman’s (not sponsored, just my fave).
- Sour Cream: It adds extra creaminess and a slight tangy flavor.
It’s important to note that when making substitutions in recipes, the texture and flavor may be slightly different. However, these substitutes are the best options for changing the original recipe.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Chili Crisp: A sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce (hello Sriracha) would be a good alternative.
- Feta Cheese: Goat cheese makes a good substitute.
- Garlic: Use ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder instead of fresh, or omit it completely.
- Mayonnaise: You can swap in plain Greek yogurt for the mayo.
- Sour Cream: If you’re out of sour cream, plain yogurt is a suitable alternative.
Recipe Variations
Try any of the following for a twist on this whipped feta with honey recipe:
- Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle over the top before serving.
- Caramelized Onions: Spread a layer on top.
- Chopped Herbs: Mix in 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, mint, or parsley.
- Cracked Black Pepper: Sprinkle generously over the top.
- Cucumber: Add ¼ cup finely diced cucumber.
- Fig Jam: Swirl 2 tablespoons through the dip.
- Lemon Zest: Mix in the zest from one lemon.
- Olive Oil: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the top.
- Pistachios: Sprinkle chopped pistachios as a garnish.
- Pomegranate Seeds: Scatter over the top for color and crunch.
- Roasted Garlic: Replace raw garlic with 2 to 3 cloves of air fryer roasted garlic.
- Roasted Red Peppers: Stir in ¼ cup of chopped roasted red peppers.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Mix in 2 tablespoons of chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Toasted Pine Nuts: Sprinkle over the top before serving.
- Za’atar: Dust the top with 1 teaspoon za’atar spice blend.
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How To Make Whipped Feta With Honey

STEP 1: Place the feta, mayonnaise, sour cream, and chopped garlic in a food processor or high-speed blender.
STEP 2: Blend smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with honey and chili crisp.
Expert Tips
1. For the creamiest result, use feta cheese in brine. Dry, crumbled feta might need additional liquid to achieve the right consistency.
2. A squeeze of lemon juice can brighten the flavor of the whipped feta. Start by stirring in small amounts to taste.
3. Don’t be afraid to get creative with your toppings or experiment with different types of honey, such as lavender or wildflower.
Recipe Notes
- Chop the garlic as small as possible. This will prevent you from biting into big chunks.
- Use a food processor or a high-powered blender. A regular blender might not be strong enough to make it really smooth.
- Stop the blender a couple of times and scrape the sides with a spatula.
- Taste the dip before drizzling the honey. You might not need as much as you think.
- Start with a small amount of chili crisp and add more if you want it spicier.
Storage
- You can store leftover whipped feta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Stir before serving in case it separates a little while in the fridge.

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Whipped Feta With Honey & Chili Crisp
Special Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons or digital kitchen scale
- Food processor or high-speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup feta cheese
- ½ cup sour cream, full-fat
- ½ cup mayonnaise, full-fat
- 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons chili crisp
Instructions
- Place the feta cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and chopped garlic into a food processor or high-speed blender. Process the mixture until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with honey and top with chili crisp. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Recipe Notes
- Chop the garlic as small as possible. This will prevent you from biting into big chunks.
- Use a food processor or a high-powered blender. A regular blender might not be strong enough to make it really smooth.
- Stop the blender a couple of times and scrape the sides with a spatula.
- Taste the dip before drizzling the honey. You might not need as much as you think.
- Start with a small amount of chili crisp and add more if you want it spicier.
Storage
- You can store leftover whipped feta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Stir before serving in case it separates a little while in the fridge.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. If accurate data is important to you, please verify it independently.

This was very good, tasty with the chili..