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Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip

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Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet fall appetizer made with salty feta, smooth pumpkin puree, honey, and thyme. Topped with chopped walnuts and served with toasted bread or crackers, it’s a visually stunning and flavor-packed dish perfect for any autumn gathering or festive event.

  • Author: Chef Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

1 block of feta cheese, drained from brine

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (preferably high-fat)

1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)

1–2 tablespoons honey

1/2 teaspoon dried or fresh thyme

Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
For toppings:

Fresh thyme (or dried, if needed)

2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (optional)

Extra honey for drizzling
To serve:

Toasted bread (such as sourdough or baguette)

Crackers

Instructions

  1. Add feta cheese and Greek yogurt to a food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

  2. Add pumpkin puree, 1–2 tablespoons of honey, thyme, and a few cracks of black pepper. Blend again until fully combined.

  3. Transfer the whipped feta to the refrigerator and chill, covered, for 30–60 minutes to firm up.

  4. When ready to serve, spoon the dip into a serving bowl.

  5. Garnish with chopped walnuts, fresh thyme, extra drizzle of honey, and more black pepper to taste.

  6. Serve with toasted bread or crackers and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use a block of feta stored in brine for best texture and flavor.
  • Chill the dip to thicken it before serving.
  • Add extra honey if you prefer a sweeter dip.
  • Walnuts can be substituted or omitted for a nut-free version.
  • Best served chilled or at room temperature—not warm.

Find it online: https://cookingwithsarah.com/pumpkin-whipped-feta-dip/