Dessert

Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip with Hot Honey Drizzle Recipe

BySimon Carel November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

Introduction

This Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip with Hot Honey Drizzle is a perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and sweet with a hint of spice. It makes an impressive and flavorful appetizer that’s easy to whip up for any occasion.

A close-up image of a rustic bowl filled with a creamy white whipped cheese base layer, topped with a shiny layer of bright red jam or preserves with visible fruit chunks. Thin green herb strips are sprinkled on top, adding a fresh contrast. Golden olive oil pools are visible around the jam, adding a glossy sheen. In the background, there is a circle of light tan square crackers arranged standing upright along the edge of the bowl, placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

200g (7 oz) block feta cheese, drained
100g (3.5 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil
2–3 tbsp cranberry sauce or jam
3 tbsp honey
1 garlic clove, smashed
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Crackers or pita chips, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of honey, smashed garlic, and red pepper flakes. Heat gently for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey, and let cool.
Step 2: In a food processor, blend the feta, cream cheese, and lemon juice until creamy. Drizzle in olive oil and blend until smooth and fluffy.
Step 3: Transfer the whipped feta to a serving bowl and swirl the top with a spoon.
Step 4: Spoon cranberry sauce into the center of the dip and drizzle the hot honey mixture over the top.
Step 5: Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve with crackers or pita chips.

Tips & Variations

For a milder spice, reduce the red pepper flakes or omit them entirely.
Try swapping cranberry sauce for fig or apricot jam for a different fruity twist.
If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a hand mixer or mash the cheeses together thoroughly by hand.

Storage

Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dip may firm up when chilled; let it come to room temperature and stir gently before serving again. The hot honey drizzle is best made fresh but can be refrigerated separately for up to a week and warmed gently before use.

How to Serve

A round bowl filled with two layers: a thick, smooth white cream cheese or ricotta base with a slightly textured surface, topped with a generous layer of glossy red jelly or jam garnished with finely chopped green herbs and a drizzle of golden olive oil that pools slightly around the edges. The bowl is surrounded by square, light brown crackers, all placed on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the whipped feta and hot honey drizzle in advance. Store them separately and assemble just before serving to keep the textures fresh.

What can I serve this dip with besides crackers or pita chips?

This dip pairs well with fresh vegetable sticks like cucumber, carrot, or bell pepper slices, as well as toasted baguette slices for a tasty alternative.