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Cozy Cranberry Pecan Baked Feta Dip: Best Fall Appetizer

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This one-dish wonder combines creamy feta, tart burst cranberries, and crunchy toasted pecans for the ultimate fall appetizer. It’s simple, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces block feta cheese (in brine, not crumbled)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing
  • Crackers, crostini, or sliced apples for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Give it a full 15 minutes to come to temperature.
  2. Place the block of feta in the center of your baking dish. Pat it dry with a paper towel first if it looks wet from the brine.
  3. Scatter the cranberries around the feta. If using frozen cranberries, spread them out evenly. Tuck a few right up against the feta block.
  4. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the cranberries, keeping most on top of the cranberries rather than on the bare dish.
  5. Drizzle the honey and olive oil over everything.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped rosemary and red pepper flakes over the top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes. At the 15-minute mark, check on it. If the pecans are browning too quickly, tent a piece of foil loosely over the top for the last 5 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt just before serving.
  10. Serve warm with crackers, crostini, or sliced apples.

Notes

For best texture, use block feta in brine, not crumbled. If using frozen cranberries, no need to thaw. You can assemble the dish up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate; add 5 minutes to baking time. If cranberries are very tart, add an extra tablespoon of honey. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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Keywords: baked feta dip, cranberry pecan dip, fall appetizer, one-dish appetizer, easy appetizer, holiday appetizer

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