The perfect cheese board addition: spinach artichoke whipped feta! Ready in 15 minutes using just six ingredients, whipped feta is tangy, salty, creamy, and perfect for dipping!
My love for feta knows no bounds! I love it in salads, in my meatballs, on tacos and even in scones. Whipped feta is yet another fun way to enjoy feta cheese!
Whipped feta is simple to prepare, and works well spread on sandwiches, pizza, or served as a dip!
Adding spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic, and a bit of lemon zest bring great flavors to compliment the briney feta. Watch it disappear at your next party!
Reasons you'll โก spinach and artichoke whipped feta
- it has just 6 ingredients and is ready in 15 minutes
- you can serve it as a party appetizer or spread it on sandwiches
- you can prepare it ahead
How to whip feta
To make whipped feta, you will need a food processor (here's my favorite one
). A high speed blender *may* work, however I have not personally tried it.
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Many whipped feta recipes call for a combination of feta cheese and cream cheese, however for this recipe, I've used ricotta. Ricotta does not get quite as smooth as cream cheese, so if you really want the smooth texture, swap for equivalent amounts of cream cheese.
After blending for 30 seconds and scraping the sides of the food processor down, we are ready to add the rest of our ingredients: garlic, frozen spinach (thawed + pressed), artichoke hearts and lemon zest. Continue blending until smooth to your liking (2-3 minutes).
How to serve it
We love serving whipped feta in a bowl with extra feta cheese crumbles sprinkled over top. It's a great dip for veggies, pita chips, or baguette.
Here are some ways you could serve it:
- on crostini with grilled or toasted baguette slices
- serve with cruditรฉs or chopped veggies on a cheese platter
- serve with pita chips or grilled flatbread wedges
- spread it on a sandwich, wrap or panini
- use it as a pizza sauce substitute on homemade pizza
Prep ahead and storage tips
Whipped feta can be prepared ahead and enjoyed through the week:
- store in an air tight container in the fridge
- store for up to 7 days
- I do not recommend freezing the dip
Check out my favorite meal prep containers!
More tasty appetizers:
- Foolproof Kale Chips
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- 7 Amazing Hummus Recipes
- Super Speedy Tzatziki
- Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries
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Spinach & Artichoke Whipped Feta
Ingredients
- 6 oz feta cheese
- ยผ cup ricotta cheese (see note *)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 10 oz frozen spinach (thawed, and liquids squeezed out)
- 13.5 oz artichoke hearts (drained from a jar; 400 mL)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- In a 7-cup food processor fitted with a steel blade, combine the feta and ricotta cheeses.
- Blend for 30 seconds, scrape down sides of processor with a spatula, and repeat.
- Add all remaining ingredients to the food processor, and blend until smooth.
- Serve with pita bread, naan bread, on a sandwich or a burger.
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Tips:
- on crostini with grilled or toasted baguette slices
- serve with cruditรฉs or chopped veggies on a cheese platter
- serve with pita chips or grilled flatbread wedges
- spread it on a sandwich, wrap or panini
- use it as a pizza sauce substitute on homemade pizza
Nutrition Information
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Sofia says
Feta addict over here!! I could probably eat this with a spoon straight from the bowl! Feta and spinach are great together ๐
Denise says
Thanks, Sofia! I have to stop myself from putting feta in/on absolutely everything these days!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
Uh, I had a dud this morning (Monday, right?!) -- think I need to break out the cheese! Cheese is always there for you. ๐
Tina Jui | The Worktop says
This looks stellar! I love how you have 4 different hummus recipes on your site -- it's such a great food, isn't it? I really need to try this whipped feta version!
Denise says
Thanks, Tina! I am SUCH a hummus addict! Although, I guess with some of them I'd use the term 'hummus' loosely ๐
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
Oh this sounds so delish! I agree, I think it would be amazing on a sandwich. But also... on a spoon. Or I might just save some time and faceplant into it. ๐
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
Umm third time is definitely a charm in this case. This whipped feta is almost too good to be true! I want a whole bowl just to myself stat!
Pinned!
Ashley says
Oh gosh whipped feta is a favorite of mine but with spinach and artichoke??? Sounds amazing!
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic says
Love everything about this dip, especially feta. And we love your humus recipes as well, a girl can never have enough of hummus.
Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says
I've never tried whipped feta before- actually, I didn't even know there was such a thing. I'm so glad that you shared this recipe because now I've got to try it! I love that gorgeous green color!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
This looks just perfect, Denise! I never thought to make whipped feta before. I love the spinach and artichoke flavors. Sounds delicious!
Danielle says
I just bought some spinach and artichokes to make a hummus this past weekend. But I have to say this whipped feta version sounds incredible! I've never tried whipped feta, but I think that needs to change soon.
Annie @Maebells says
You know I think I have all of the ingredients for this already! I love feta in any form or fashion so I know this will be a hit! Whole Foods used to sell a dip kind of similar to this that I was obsessed with but I haven't seen it in ages, I bet this will be even better!
marcie says
This dip sounds incredible, Denise -- I love everything in it! Can't wait to try it! ๐
Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says
Yum, I could eat the whole bowl, Denise. I love whipped feta and adding spinach and artichokes makes it that much better. Looking forward to trying this. Great pictures, too!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
I just love dips. I swear I could make a whole meal out of them and be happy. The worst is at Mexican Restaurants. I go a little overboard with the chips and salsa, and by the time my taco comes I'm just too full. Love the color of this one Denise!
Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Gahhhh....this dip is speaking straight to my feta-crazy heart! I'm seriously drooling here, Denise! Spinach artichoke dip is one of my favorites but I LOVE how you shook it up and threw whipped feta into the mix. That's a great life choice right there. ๐ So can't wait to try this! XL spoons here I come. ๐
katie says
Yum, Love me some dip! This looks great, the perfect appetizer. That's so great that Kai liked it! I know I always get so excited when my kids approve of something I make because they are so picky!
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
Dang Denise! This looks amazing. The color alone is enough to make a crowd swoon. I definitely love the flavor combination in this dip. ๐