Whipped Feta with Cranberries & Walnuts
Delight your guests with this Whipped Feta with Cranberries & Walnuts, a creamy and tangy dip that is as easy to make as it is delicious. This festive appetizer combines the rich flavors of whipped feta cheese with sweet cranberry sauce and crunchy walnuts, creating a perfect balance of taste and texture. Ideal for holiday parties, casual get-togethers, or even a cozy night in, this dip is sure to be the star of your table. Serve it with crispy whole-wheat crostini for an irresistible combination that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 ounces crusty whole-wheat baguette, thinly sliced on the bias
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (6-ounce) package feta cheese in brine, drained and crumbled (1½ cups)
- 1/3 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1/4 cup canned whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 2 teaspoons cold water
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Brush both sides of baguette slices with melted butter and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- In a food processor, blend crumbled feta, cream cheese, olive oil, and garlic until smooth (2-4 minutes).
- In a small bowl, mix cranberry sauce with cold water until smooth. Layer over whipped feta in a serving bowl.
- Top with toasted walnuts, drizzle honey over the top, and sprinkle fresh rosemary leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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