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Whipped Feta with Roasted Balsamic Strawberries

dips· Easter· Summertime Favorites
April 21, 2022

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Whipped Feta with Roasted Balsamic Strawberries – Smooth, whipped feta dip is topped with juicy, roasted balsamic strawberries and served with perfectly toasted bread.

pveread shot of whipped feta in a blue bowl with roasted balsamic strawberries

I love a great dip, especially one with a variety of flavors and textures. This Whipped Feta with Roasted Balsamic Strawberries does exactly that. The tangy, smooth feta and the bold, sweet strawberries, spread on crunchy slices of baguette – I mean, you can’t have many more flavors or textures in there!

Whipped feta is one of my favorite things to make because it gives a new take on this incredible cheese. Usually, it’s a dry, bold cheese thrown on a salad. But by whipping it with some cream cheese, lemon juice and olive oil, it makes it spreadable and dippable, and much more versatile.

But before we get to the details of this recipe, let’s drool over some pics, huh?

close up of whipped feta dip with roasted balsamic strawberries
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whipped feta spread on toasted baguette and roasted balsamic strawberries

Whipping the feta

Feta is a pretty firm cheese. But when you mix it with a softer cheese like cream cheese, it turns spreadable. However, it’s important to use a food processor to make sure it’s smooth and not gritty.

The cheeses are added to a food processor along with lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt/pepper. It’s all processed just until smooth.

Roasting the strawberries

I used frozen strawberries for this recipe when I realized I didn’t have enough fresh ones. And turns out, I liked them better! You get extra juice and they stay whole while roasting.

The strawberries are tossed with balsamic vinegar, honey, and a pinch of salt. Then, they’re laid in a pan in just one layer. They’re roasted for about 30 minutes or until the mixture is bubbling and many of the strawberries have released their juice.

The strawberries need to cool completely before placing on top of the whipped feta.

whipped feta with roasted balsamic strawberries in a bowl with a spoon

Tips & Tricks

  1. Don’t over whip. I have made the mistake of pulsing the feta for too long in the food processor. The spread gets too smooth and almost liquified. It’s not appetizing to look at.
  2. Frozen vs fresh strawberries. I’ve used both in this recipe and actually prefer the frozen kind because of the extra juice and how they retain their shape. However, you can use fresh if you have extra to use. Just cook them for less time.
  3. Monitor the liquid in the dip. I used very little olive oil to keep the feta spread thick. However, you can add a little more to make it smoother. But add a tablespoon at a time to make sure it doesn’t get to thin.
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Whipped Feta with Roasted Balsamic Strawberries

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time40 mins
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the whipped feta dip:
  • 1 large baguette
  • 8 ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 3 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
For the roasted balsaic strawberries:
  • 3 cups frozen strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 12 leaves fresh basil

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice baguette into 1/2 inch slices and place on large baking sheets. Bake for 8 minutes or until rounds are crispy. Set aside. Increased temperature to 400 degrees.
  • Prepare the whipped feta cheese spread by placing feta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in food processor and mix until completely combined. Spread into a shallow bowl and then cover bowl with plastic wrap. Refridgerate.
  • Toss frozen strawberries with balsamic vinegar, honey, and salt. Place in preheated oven to roasted for 30-40 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and juice from strawberries have released. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  • Remove feta spread from refirgerator and place roasted strawberries on top of the spread. Thinly julienne the rest of the basil into very thin ribbons and sprinkle them over the top of the spread. Serve immediately with crispy bread.

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  1. Jason Whistler says

    April 26, 2022 at 7:24 am

    This article is really very interesting and effective.

    Reply
  2. Kate says

    April 22, 2022 at 5:52 pm

    I impressed my guests with this whipped feta and strawberry recipe! Everyone asked for second helpings.

    Reply
  3. Sara says

    April 22, 2022 at 4:15 pm

    Made this as an appetizer for Easter last weekend and it was amazing! I had some gluten-free toast and regular toasts on the side and everyone loved it!

    Reply
  4. Sara Welch says

    April 22, 2022 at 3:56 pm

    This was such a unique and unexpected pairing! So easy and delicious; definitely a new favorite recipe!

    Reply
  5. rebecca says

    April 22, 2022 at 3:53 pm

    what a tasty dip! the sweet roasted strawberries taste so good with the salty feta

    Reply
  6. Liz says

    April 22, 2022 at 3:43 pm

    Who knew you could roast frozen strawberries!? This appetizer turned out fabulous. I used frozen strawberries as well and they held their shape and were super juicy. I’m glad I found my new go to summer appetizer!

    Reply
  7. bella says

    April 22, 2022 at 12:43 pm

    This looks beyond tasty, I love feta so much but I sadly cant eat it anymore , do you think this recipe would work with vegan feta

    Reply
  8. Tisha says

    April 22, 2022 at 11:19 am

    This sounds like a perfect snack or appetizer for a get together!

    Reply
  9. Heather says

    April 22, 2022 at 10:15 am

    I can’t believe I’ve never tried whipped feta before. This looks and sounds so delicious!

    Reply
  10. Nadalie says

    April 22, 2022 at 1:44 am

    Wow whipped cheese! I love this! Never tried this before, soon! This will be a great spread!

    Reply
  11. J Daven says

    April 21, 2022 at 7:51 pm

    Hi,

    https://realmpatrickcarroll.com/ Patrick that´s true, the world of desserts.

    🙂

    Reply
  12. Amber Myers says

    April 21, 2022 at 6:06 pm

    I bet I’d love this! I’m all about feta and strawberries. What a fantastic combo!

    Reply

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