Irresistible Baked Feta Recipe with Honey and Walnuts
This baked feta recipe combines creamy feta, sweet honey, and crunchy toasted walnuts for a simple yet elegant appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block of feta cheese (approximately 8 ounces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- Fresh thyme (optional)
- Cracked black pepper
- Bread or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the block of feta in the center of a small baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring the surface is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper over the feta and scatter the toasted walnuts around the edges. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey over the top of the cheese.
- Optional: Add a few sprigs of fresh thyme for garnish.
- Bake the dish in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is warm and slightly softened at the edges.
- Switch to the broil setting for 1-2 minutes to lightly caramelize the honey and give the feta a golden hue. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- While the feta bakes, toast slices of bread or crackers for serving.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Pair with toasted bread or crackers and enjoy!
Notes
Use high-quality feta in brine for creaminess. Toast walnuts for enhanced flavor. Keep an eye on the broiling step to avoid burning the honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 block of feta wi
- Calories: 210
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 7
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