Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip (Print Version)
A creamy blend of feta and cranberries, swirled with orange zest and topped with pistachios and honey.
# Ingredients:
→ Cranberry Sauce
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1/2 cup orange juice
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1 cup granulated sugar
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12 ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen
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or 2 cups prepared cranberry sauce
→ Whipped Feta
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8 ounces feta cheese, block
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1/2 cup cream cheese or Greek yogurt
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
→ Toppings and Serving (optional)
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2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 tablespoon honey
# Steps:
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Combine orange juice, sugar, and cranberries in a medium saucepan. Stir thoroughly and bring mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until most cranberries pop open.
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Stir sauce constantly, smashing cranberries with the back of a spoon until the mixture thickens to preference. Allow to cool at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
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Place feta cheese, cream cheese or Greek yogurt, and extra virgin olive oil in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, adding 1 teaspoon water at a time if needed to reach desired creaminess.
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Transfer whipped feta to a serving bowl and smooth the surface, creating decorative swirls with a spoon. Spoon cooled cranberry sauce over the top.
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Sprinkle the dip with chopped pistachios and crushed red pepper flakes. If desired, drizzle lightly with honey. Serve with crackers, pita chips, crostini, or assorted fresh vegetables.
# Notes:
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For best results, use a block of feta cheese rather than crumbled feta to achieve the creamiest texture.