Delish Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip

I made this Delish Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip because I like things that sound fancy but require exactly one pan and roughly the emotional energy of a napkin. It’s tangy, a little sweet, and somehow manages to be both festive and perfectly acceptable at 3 a.m. with a spoon. Try it because it convinces people you tried harder than you did, and because it pairs beautifully with pretending you know about charcuterie.

Funny family moment: I served this once at a holiday party and my husband tried to be helpful by “stirring” with the spatula. He turned a pretty cranberry swirl into a modern art piece while the kids debated whether it was dessert or paint. Yes, this pan is too small. No, I won’t wash fewer dishes. We laughed, someone ate it with a cracker, and life moved on.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use a jarred cranberry sauce or store-bought relish. It’s not cheating, it’s “efficiency.”
– Buy pre-crumbled feta to skip the knife circus. Your countertop will thank you.
– Blend directly in the food processor bowl or high cup—less transferring, fewer dishes. Don’t tell the food snobs.
– Line whatever bowl you’re using with plastic wrap before you whip — fewer scraping moments, more swagger.

Serving Ideas

– Spread on crostini, top with extra whole cranberries, and act like you plated it ever so deliberately.
– Dollop on roasted beets or sweet potatoes for a holiday flex.
– Serve with sliced apples or pears if you want to pretend this is healthy.
– Pair with sparkling wine if the kids drove you nuts—cheers and selective hearing included.
– Keep it simple: pita chips and a napkin, and no one will ask how long you cooked it.

What to Serve It With

– Pita chips or sturdy crackers
– Toasted baguette slices (crostini)
– Sliced apples or pears
– Raw veggies: cucumber, bell pepper, celery
– On a sandwich or as a sauce for grilled chicken

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t overwhip: Overblending can get the texture oddly grainy. Pulse, taste, then stop.
– Salt balance: Feta is salty—taste before you add more. You’ll rescue dinner, or ruin it. Probably the former if you taste.
– Cranberry consistency: If your cranberry chunkiness is off, chop it or pulse once so you still get little bursts instead of mouth confusion.
– Serving size: This stuff disappears. Make a double batch if you like friends.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh.
– Keep in an airtight container for up to 4–5 days.
– If the cranberry layer sinks or separates a bit, give it a stir before serving.
– Freezing? Don’t. The texture takes a nosedive and no one likes a frosty disappointment.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts.
– Swap half the feta for cream cheese for a milder, creamier dip.
– Add orange zest or a splash of orange juice to amp the cranberry vibe.
– Stir in chopped toasted walnuts or pistachios for crunch.
– Use goat cheese if you like feelings of culinary rebellion.

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Delish Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip

A creamy and tangy dip perfect for parties that features whipped feta and tart cranberries.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 8 oz feta cheese crumbled
• ▢ 0.5 cup cream cheese softened
• ▢ 0.5 cup fresh cranberries chopped
• ▢ 2 tbsp honey to taste
• ▢ 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a mixing bowl, combine feta cheese and cream cheese, blending until smooth.
• Stir in chopped cranberries, honey, and rosemary until well incorporated.
• Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with crackers or toasted bread for a delightful appetizer.