Easy Baked Feta Appetizer with Pistachios and Hot Honey Recipe
This easy baked feta appetizer combines a creamy, melty block of feta cheese with crunchy roasted pistachios and a drizzle of sweet, spicy hot honey. Enhanced with flaky sea salt, fresh thyme, and black pepper, it’s a perfect warm dip to serve with crackers, toasted baguette, or fresh fruit slices for a delightful starter or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 oz block of feta cheese
- Drizzle of olive oil
- ¼ cup roasted pistachios, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
Toppings
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves, optional
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
For Serving
- Crackers
- Toasted baguette or crostini
- Dates
- Apple slices
- Naan triangles
- Pita chips or pretzel thins
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly grease a small casserole dish, mini cast-iron skillet, or sheet pan to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Feta: Place the 6 oz block of feta in the prepared dish and drizzle with olive oil evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until the feta softens, becomes melty, and the edges turn golden brown.
- Add Toppings: After baking, either leave the feta in the baking dish or carefully transfer it to a serving plate using a spatula. Sprinkle the finely chopped roasted pistachios evenly over the top, drizzle with hot honey, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Add fresh thyme leaves and black pepper if desired for extra flavor.
- Serve Warm: Serve the baked feta warm alongside your choice of dippers such as crackers, toasted baguette slices, dates, apple slices, naan triangles, pita chips, or pretzel thins for scooping and enjoying this irresistible appetizer.
Notes
- Use a good quality feta cheese for the best flavor and melting texture.
- Hot honey can be substituted with plain honey and a pinch of red pepper flakes if unavailable.
- For a nut-free version, omit pistachios and add extra herbs or seeds.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the feta melty and warm.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently but are best fresh.
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