Dessert

Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip Recipe

ByAiden Wells October 13, 2025October 13, 2025

Introduction

This Pumpkin Whipped Feta Dip is a creamy and flavorful spread perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you want a unique appetizer. Combining tangy feta with smooth pumpkin and a touch of honey creates a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.

A white bowl holds a smooth, creamy orange spread with soft swirls on top. In the center, there is a small pool of red-orange oil. Crushed walnuts scatter over the middle of the dish, mixed with small green herb leaves evenly spread around. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, near a light gray cloth. Around the bowl are small white dishes, one with green herbs, one with honey and a dipper, and one full of more walnut pieces. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Approx. 8 oz block of feta cheese, drained from brine (around 220 grams)
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
1-2 Tbsp honey (plus more to serve)
1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme)
Freshly cracked black pepper
Fresh thyme (for garnish; can use dried if needed)
Chopped walnuts (optional; raw or toasted)
Crusty, toasted bread (like sourdough or baguette) or crackers, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Add the drained feta cheese and Greek yogurt to a food processor. Blend for a few minutes until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Step 2: Add the pumpkin puree, 1 or 2 tablespoons of honey depending on your desired sweetness, thyme, and a few cracks of black pepper. Blend again until fully combined.
Step 3: Transfer the whipped feta mixture to a covered container and chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes to firm up and develop flavors.
Step 4: When ready to serve, spread the dip in a large bowl. Garnish with chopped walnuts if using, fresh thyme, an extra drizzle of honey, and more black pepper.
Step 5: Serve with crusty toasted bread or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For a nuttier flavor, toast the chopped walnuts before adding them as a garnish.
Use fresh thyme for garnish to add bright herbal notes, but dried thyme works well mixed into the dip.
If you prefer a tangier dip, add an extra spoonful of Greek yogurt.
Try serving with pita chips or raw vegetable sticks as an alternative to bread and crackers.

Storage

Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving again, stir gently and, if desired, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften slightly. This dip does not require reheating.

How to Serve

The image shows two slices of toasted bread placed on a white plate, each topped with a smooth orange spread that looks creamy. On top of the spread, there are pieces of crunchy walnut scattered evenly along with small green herb leaves sprinkled over both slices, adding a fresh touch. A light drizzle of honey glistens around the bread on the plate. The plate is on a white marbled surface, with a white cloth partly covering the lower left corner. To the upper right, there is a small white bowl filled with honey and a wooden honey dipper resting inside. Toward the bottom right, a white bowl holds more walnut pieces. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned puree?

Yes, you can roast and puree fresh pumpkin at home. Just be sure to cook it until very soft and strain any excess liquid for the best consistency in the dip.