Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip | Creamy, Savory Fall Appetizer

🎉 Introduction
Move over pumpkin pie—pumpkin is just as delicious in savory recipes! This Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip blends salty feta, creamy Greek yogurt, earthy pumpkin puree, and a drizzle of honey for balance. Topped with thyme, walnuts, and a swirl of olive oil or honey, it’s the perfect appetizer for fall entertaining.

Serve it with warm crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies—it’s festive, easy to prepare, and guaranteed to impress at any autumn gathering.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Food processor or blender
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Spatula
• Serving bowl
• Small skillet (optional, for toasting walnuts)

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 (8 oz) block feta cheese
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• 1 tbsp honey (+ extra for drizzling)
• 1 tsp dried thyme (+ fresh thyme sprigs for garnish)
• Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
• Walnuts (chopped, toasted if desired)
• Crusty toasted bread and crackers (for serving)

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Blend the base
In a food processor, combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and pumpkin puree. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 2: Season the dip
Add honey, dried thyme, and black pepper. Blend again until fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 3: Plate and garnish
Transfer dip to a serving bowl. Drizzle with extra honey, sprinkle with walnuts, and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.

Step 4: Serve
Enjoy with crusty bread, crackers, or sliced veggies.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: ~6 appetizer portions
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Not recommended for freezing (dairy may separate).
• Stir before serving if it thickens.

🥄 Variations

• Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.
• Nut-Free: Skip walnuts or use toasted pumpkin seeds.
• Extra Creamy: Add a splash of olive oil while blending.
• Herby Twist: Swap thyme for rosemary or sage.
• Sweet & Savory: Add dried cranberries on top for a festive garnish.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use fresh pumpkin puree? – Yes, just drain excess liquid first.
2. Do I need to use Greek yogurt? – Greek yogurt makes it creamy, but sour cream works too.
3. Can I make this ahead of time? – Yes, prepare a day before and chill. Garnish just before serving.
4. Does the pumpkin flavor stand out? – It’s subtle and balanced with salty feta and sweet honey.
5. What can I serve this with? – Bread, crackers, pita chips, or veggie sticks.
6. Can I make it vegan? – Yes, use vegan feta and coconut yogurt.
7. Do I have to toast the walnuts? – No, but toasting adds extra flavor.
8. Can I use flavored feta? – Yes, but plain feta is best for balance.
9. Is it good warm? – This dip is best served cold or room temperature.
10. Can I double the recipe? – Absolutely, just use a larger food processor.

🏁 Conclusion
This Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip is creamy, tangy, and the perfect balance of savory and sweet. With simple ingredients like feta, pumpkin puree, and honey, it comes together in just 10 minutes and makes a show-stopping appetizer for fall gatherings.

Serve it with crusty bread or crackers, garnish with thyme and walnuts, and enjoy a festive dip that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Adam

Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip | Creamy, Savory Fall Appetizer

Move over pumpkin pie—pumpkin is just as delicious in savory recipes! This Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip blends salty feta, creamy Greek yogurt, earthy pumpkin puree, and a drizzle of honey for balance. Topped with thyme, walnuts, and a swirl of olive oil or honey, it’s the perfect appetizer for fall entertaining. Serve it with warm crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies—it’s festive, easy to prepare, and guaranteed to impress at any autumn gathering.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 6 appetizer portions

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 8 oz block feta cheese
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree unsweetened
• 1 tbsp honey + extra for drizzling
• 1 tsp dried thyme + fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
• Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• Walnuts chopped, toasted if desired
• Crusty toasted bread and crackers for serving

Equipment

• Food processor or blender
• Measuring cups & spoons
• Spatula
• Serving bowl
• Small skillet (optional, for toasting walnuts)

Method

 

Step 1: Blend the base

1. In a food processor, combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and pumpkin puree. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 2: Season the dip

1. Add honey, dried thyme, and black pepper. Blend again until fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 3: Plate and garnish

1. Transfer dip to a serving bowl. Drizzle with extra honey, sprinkle with walnuts, and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.

Step 4: Serve

1. Enjoy with crusty bread, crackers, or sliced veggies.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Not recommended for freezing (dairy may separate).

Stir before serving if it thickens.

🥄 Variations

Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or smoked paprika.

Nut-Free: Skip walnuts or use toasted pumpkin seeds.

Extra Creamy: Add a splash of olive oil while blending.

Herby Twist: Swap thyme for rosemary or sage.

Sweet & Savory: Add dried cranberries on top for a festive garnish.

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use fresh pumpkin puree? – Yes, just drain excess liquid first.

Do I need to use Greek yogurt? – Greek yogurt makes it creamy, but sour cream works too.

Can I make this ahead of time? – Yes, prepare a day before and chill. Garnish just before serving.

Does the pumpkin flavor stand out? – It’s subtle and balanced with salty feta and sweet honey.

What can I serve this with? – Bread, crackers, pita chips, or veggie sticks.

Can I make it vegan? – Yes, use vegan feta and coconut yogurt.

Do I have to toast the walnuts? – No, but toasting adds extra flavor.

Can I use flavored feta? – Yes, but plain feta is best for balance.

Is it good warm? – This dip is best served cold or room temperature.

Can I double the recipe? – Absolutely, just use a larger food processor.

🏁 Conclusion
This Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip is creamy, tangy, and the perfect balance of savory and sweet. With simple ingredients like feta, pumpkin puree, and honey, it comes together in just 10 minutes and makes a show-stopping appetizer for fall gatherings.

Serve it with crusty bread or crackers, garnish with thyme and walnuts, and enjoy a festive dip that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.