Creamy Whipped Feta

7m
Serves 4
https://itsnotcomplicatedrecipes.com/creamy-whipped-feta/

Directions

  1. 1Put feta, cream cheese, olive oil and lemon zest into a food processor.
  2. 2Blend together until ingredients are well mixed, smooth and creamy.
  3. 3Check the seasoning and add a little more cream cheese if it is too salty (the level of salt will depend on the feta).
  4. 4Transfer to a serving dish.
  5. 5Heat a small frying pan over medium heat.
  6. 6Add the sesame seeds to the pan and toast to a light golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7Top the whipped feta with sesame seeds, chilli flakes, lemon zest and drizzle with the olive oil.
  8. 8Refrigerate if not using immediately.

Ingredients

  • 180 g feta cheese - at room temperature
  • 80 g cream cheese - at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 0.25 teaspoon chilli flakes
  • 0.25 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Equipment

food processorserving dishsmall frying pan

Tips

  • The dip is naturally gluten-free; choose suitable accompaniments if following a gluten-free diet.
  • Variations for toppings include 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, or chilli oil/preserved chillies.
  • The Creamy Whipped Feta can be kept covered in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Remove from the refrigerator about a half hour before serving as the cheese will stiffen.
  • Do not freeze the Whipped Feta as it does not freeze well.
  • Use good quality feta that is smooth and creamy. If using a drier feta, more cream cheese or olive oil may be needed to achieve a creamy blend.
  • When removing lemon zest, avoid the white pith as it is bitter.
  • If refrigerated, the texture will become firm. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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