Baked Feta With Honey
Ingredients
- 1 8-ounce block of feta
preferably Greek, blotted dry
- Sprig of fresh thyme
optional
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Black pepper
- Pita bread
toasted and cut into wedges
- Heirloom tomatoes
roasted beets, nuts or pickled vegetables, optional
Directions
- 1
Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Select a small oven-to-table earthenware dish or a small ovenproof sauté pan. Place the feta in the dish, top with thyme, if using, and cover with the olive oil. Bake until the cheese is soft and springy to the touch but not melted, about 8 minutes.
- 2
Heat the broiler. Heat the honey in the microwave or over a pan of simmering water until it is fluid enough to be spread with a pastry brush, then paint the surface of the feta with it. Broil until the top of the cheese browns and just starts to bubble. Season to taste with black pepper. Serve immediately with pita wedges and, if desired, sliced heirloom tomatoes, roasted beets, nuts or pickled vegetables.
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About this Recipe
Craving a simple yet sophisticated appetizer that transforms in the oven? This Baked Feta with Honey recipe takes a humble block of feta and, with a blast of heat and a drizzle of honey, turns it into an unexpectedly luscious, creamy spread. It's the perfect warm weather supper when served with crusty bread and a glass of chilled white wine, making elegant entertaining effortlessly achievable.
The magic of this recipe lies in its simplicity. Heating the feta allows its natural oils to soften, creating a wonderfully spreadable texture that melts in your mouth. The addition of honey introduces a delicate sweetness that perfectly balances the feta's inherent saltiness, elevating the flavors beyond what you'd expect from just two main ingredients. It’s a harmonious blend of savory and sweet that truly makes the feta shine.
What you'll discover is a beautifully gooey, warm feta that’s rich and incredibly satisfying. The texture shifts from crumbly to delightfully creamy, ready to be scooped up with toasted pita wedges or fresh vegetables. Each bite offers a burst of salty tang mellowed by the floral sweetness of honey, with the subtle earthy notes of fresh thyme if you choose to add it. This dish feels gourmet, yet it’s remarkably easy to prepare for a relaxed evening or impromptu guests.
- If you can't get your hands on thyme honey, regular honey works beautifully and will yield a similarly delicious result.
- For serving, feel free to get creative! Beyond toasted pita, try pairing the creamy feta with heirloom tomatoes, roasted beets, crunchy nuts, or tangy pickled vegetables for added texture and flavor.
Serve this warm baked feta as a delightful appetizer or a light, elegant supper. It pairs wonderfully with a fresh-from-the-oven hunk of crusty bread, crisp vegetable crudités, or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread.