If you’re a fan of our cranberry whipped feta recipe, this is the summer appetizer for you. Fresh feta is combined with mascarpone, whipped until super-smooth, then topped with balsamic-roasted strawberries and fresh basil. The result is a creamy, sweet, tangy dip you’ll find completely irresistible. The best part? It only takes a few ingredients to come together, meaning it’s the perfect appetizer to bring to any party (even last-minute ones!) all spring and summer long.
If you’re making this recipe for a party, we’d recommend preparing the whipped feta and strawberries a few hours to a day in advance. Be sure to keep them separated until ready to serve. Then prepare the bread and garnish with basil right before serving to maintain freshness. We love the mildness and creaminess of mascarpone, but feel free to use regular cream cheese or Greek yogurt.
Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Made this? Let us know how it went in the comments below!
fresh strawberries, stems removed, halved
balsamic vinegar
honey
feta in brine, drained, cut into small cubes
mascarpone or cream cheese (about 3/4 c.), room temperature
Freshly ground black pepper
extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Chopped fresh basil and crackers or toast, for serving
Mary Rupp is a food writer and recipe developer who contributes, tests, and styles recipes for Delish. After graduating from the International Culinary Center in New York, she earned her stripes at restaurants like Per Se and The NoMad. When she’s not cooking Caramel Pecan Pie and Creamy Corn Pasta in the Delish test kitchens, you can find her traveling abroad and hunting for the next great food trend.
