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Leaning into appetizer season here with this quick and delicious Honey Whipped Feta with Garlic Herb Roasted Olives. Herby and garlicky, these roasted olives are served over sweet and creamy honey whipped feta cheese. This is the simplest of appetizers, yet so amazingly GOOD. Serve this dish at all of your upcoming fall parties, game days, and even into the holidays. This is the perfect appetizer for all occasions.
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We all know that when it comes to new recipes, I’m mostly about sharing delicious dinners, or something sweet for dessert. It’s just what I gravitate towards.
That said, I’ve been working to create more appetizer recipes for you guys. And with September here (Happy September!) and the fall entertaining season just ahead, I figured, why not get things started.
Which that brings me to this creamy, sweet, salty, and addicting honey whipped feta. Wow, I didn’t realize how much I would love this dish. But I really do, and I am so excited to share it! Plus, sharing it now will give us plenty of time to make it over and over again. This app is great for upcoming dinner parties, Sunday night football, and of course, the nearing holiday season.
This is really easy, let’s start with the olives
You want to start with the olives, which are truly just a simple two-step process.
Gather up a bunch of mixed olives. I usually pick up a few varieties from Whole
Foods for different colors and flavors. Then toss the olives together with really good olive oil, garlic, shallots, lemon, thyme, oregano, and as always, a nice pinch of chili flakes.
Throw everything into the oven to roast for a bit. As the olives roast, everything caramelizes down and you’ll have the aroma of garlic and herbs in the air.
It’s such a nice dish to have in the oven as guests are arriving.
Now, whip the the feta
While those olives are roasting, whip up the feta. It’s just feta cheese whipped together with cream cheese (for creaminess), honey, and a pinch of black pepper.
This is easiest to do in a food processor.
What’s great about the feta is that you can make it way in advance and just keep it in the fridge until serving time. I would recommend bringing it back to room temperature before you serve it for the very best flavor.
Serve everything up
When the olives have finished roasting, spoon the feta into a shallow bowl. Spoon some of the olives and oil over the feta.
Serve the dip with toasted bread or crackers…something with a little crunch is so nice!
Could not be easier, but don’t let the ease fool you, this recipe is always such a show stopper.
I’m excited to have this on rotation for everything coming up this fall. We all need effortless appetizers to help make entertaining stress-free. Whether it’s just with family, or a group of friends, easy entertaining is always appreciated!
Looking for other appetizer recipes? Here are a few ideas:
Peach Burrata Crostini with Burst Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette
Charred Baby Bell Peppers with Burrata
Everything Ranch Cheese and Pretzel Snack Mix
Baked Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Lastly, if you make this Honey Whipped Feta with Garlic Herb Roasted Olives, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Honey Whipped Feta with Garlic Herb Roasted Olives
Ingredients
Roasted Olives
- 2 cups mixed olives pitted
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 shallot, quartered
- 1 lemon, quartered
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh oregano
- chili flakes
Honey Whipped Feta
- 1 cup (8 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
- 3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2-3 tablespoons honey
- black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 450° F. In a baking dish, combine the olives, olive oil, garlic, shallot, lemon, thyme, oregano, and a big pinch of chili flakes. Bake 20-25 minutes, until the garlic turns golden and the oil is sizzling. 2. Meanwhile, whip the feta. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until smooth and creamy. The feta can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. 3. Spoon the feta into a serving bowl and then top with the warm olives. Serve with bread or crackers.
Nutrition
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Making this for our family Christmas party. Can’t find fresh Oregano. Any suggestions? Should I use dry Oregano or sub another herb?
Hey Nikki,
You can go ahead and use dried oregano or another fresh herb like rosemary or sage would be great too! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
Hi Tieghan, when I whip the feta with the room temp cream cheese and honey, it turns out crumbly and not smooth – any idea of how to fix this? Thanks!
I had the exact same problem, and I found just heating the mixture in the microwave for five seconds, then stirring then reheat for another five and stir… repeat this until it just becomes creamy but not too warm..
Hey Annie,
Are you using crumbled feta? You want to use block feta for this recipe and you can always add some olive oil to help smooth it out. I hope this helps! xT
Hi! Excited to make this! What kind of olives do you typically use?
Hey Sarah,
I use mixed olives from the olive bar at my local Whole Foods. I hope this helps! Let me know if you give the recipe a try! xx
Can I pre make this a day before?
Hi Amanda,
I wouldn’t recommend that, this is best served the day of making:) Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
I made this last night for a friend’s party and it was a huge hit!! So delious, thank you!!
Hey Dawn,
Happy Monday!!☃️ I truly appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your review, so glad it was enjoyed! xT
Hi Tieghan,
How long will the dip keep for?
Love all your recipes btw! You’re awesome!
Hey Naz,
I think this is best served immediately:) Please let me know if you have any other questions, I hope you love this recipe! xT
my daughter made this for Thanksgiving and brought it to our family dinner. Oh my gosh is this good. I asked for this website so that I could print the recipe. I will for sure make this.
Hey Caroline,
Awesome!! So glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed:) Thanks to your daughter for making them! xx
Delicious! Thank you so much
Hi Sheri,
Wonderful!! Thanks so much for making this recipe, I love to hear that it was enjoyed!! Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
This was a big hit at the Friendsgiving office party! Great combination of flavors. Super easy to make, and it was nice to bring something that stood out.
Hey Shelly,
Awesome!! Love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for making it and sharing your review:) Happy Thanksgiving! 🍽
I love this dish. I’ve made it several times and it’s a crowd pleaser. However, my family at Thanksgiving is not a fan of feta cheese. Can I substitute chevre? Goat cheese?
Hey Rose,
So glad to hear you have been enjoying this recipe! Sure, goat cheese would be delicious here! Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
Made this for dinner and people loved it. However, the feta didn’t stay creamy. It hardened. How to keep it soft and creamy?
Hey Jo,
Awesome!! 🍂 I love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks a bunch for trying it out! How long was it sitting out for? I had no idea it would harden! xx
Best Appetizer ever!!! Perfect combination of flavors. Thank you!
Hi there,
Fantastic!! 🍁🍂 I am delighted to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks so much for making it and sharing your review! xT
Incredible! Huge hit every time I make it! Absolutely next level appetizer and no one else makes it so it always gets rave reviews.
Hey Clare,
Happy Monday!! 👻 I am so glad this recipe was tasty for you, thanks a lot for trying it out! xT
This is my new “GO TO” appetizer for Fall get togethers……. 3rd time making this. I did brake a pottery dish heating oil and with the olives / herbs. I will use cast iron skillets from now on.
Hi Ann,
Awesome!! Thanks so much for making this recipe and sharing your feedback, I am thrilled to hear that it was enjoyed! Sorry about your dish! xx
Made this a couple weeks ago for a family get together- had to double the recipe this week because everyone absolutely loved it last time! Great recipe, lots of flavour!! Perfect appy 🙂
Hey Ashley,
Happy Monday!! I am delighted to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for giving it a try!🍁 xxT
Question do you include the garlic shallot and lemon with the olives when you top it over the feta? Or just serve the olives over the feta after they’ve been roasted?
Hey Laura,
I typically add the shallot and garlic, but you can skip it if you want:) I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xT
Made this for a get together – everyone raved about it 🙂
Hey Ronnie,
Happy Friday!! I am delighted to hear that this recipe turned out tasty for you, thanks a bunch for giving it a try!