Roasted Garlic Whipped Feta
This Roasted Garlic Whipped Feta is creamy, dreamy, and bursting with flavor, perfect for any gathering!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 small head garlic
- 1 teaspoon olive oil for roasting garlic
- 8 ounces feta cheese at room temperature
- 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for mixture
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice off the top of the garlic head, drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft and golden brown.
- In a food processor, combine the feta cheese and cream cheese, allowing them to come to room temperature.
- Once the garlic is roasted and cooled, squeeze the cloves into the food processor, then add the remaining ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, and parsley.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with thyme or parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature with dippers.
Equipment
- Oven-Safe Baking Dish
- Food processor or blender
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring spoons
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for cream cheese.
- Try using reduced-fat feta for fewer calories.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.