Whipped Feta with Chilli Honey and Toasted Hazelnuts Recipe
A creamy and tangy whipped feta dip delicately infused with spicy Aleppo chilli and aromatic thyme honey, topped with crunchy toasted hazelnuts and fresh thyme leaves. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or spread for bread and crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Whipped Feta
- 200g Feta
- 100g Greek Yoghurt
- Pinch of Salt
Chilli Honey
- 1 tbsp Runny Honey
- ½ tsp Aleppo Chilli Flakes
- ½ tsp Dried Thyme
To Garnish
- 15g Hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- Pinch of Thyme Leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Chilli Honey: In a small bowl, combine the runny honey, Aleppo chilli flakes, and dried thyme. Allow the mixture to infuse so the flavors meld. For quicker infusion, heat the honey in the microwave for 30 seconds before combining.
- Make the Whipped Feta: Place the feta and Greek yoghurt into a food processor. Blitz until the mixture is smooth and achieves a light, whipped texture. Season with a pinch of salt to taste.
- Assemble and Serve: Transfer the whipped feta to a shallow bowl or plate. Drizzle the infused chilli honey evenly over the top. Sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts and fresh thyme leaves for garnish. Serve immediately as a spread or dip.
Notes
- Heating the honey before mixing helps flavors infuse more rapidly.
- Use good quality Greek yoghurt for creaminess.
- To toast hazelnuts, dry roast them in a pan over medium heat until aromatic and slightly browned.
- Adjust chilli flakes to taste for spiciness.
- Serve with fresh bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
