Homemade Baked Feta Dip with Cherry Tomatoes
Creamy baked feta, juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic, and herbs come together in this easy appetizer. Perfect for parties, snacks, or serving with bread and crackers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
200 g feta cheese (block preferred)
2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 large tomato, chopped)
2–3 garlic cloves, minced or sliced
½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
½ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
A few fresh basil leaves or parsley, chopped
Black pepper, to taste
Optional: drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze before serving
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place the block of feta cheese in the center of a small baking dish.
Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the feta. Drizzle with olive oil and add garlic, chili flakes, oregano, and black pepper.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened and bursting and the feta is warm and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven. Add cream cheese if using, then gently mash and mix the feta and tomatoes together until creamy and well combined.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Use a high-quality block of feta for the best texture and flavor.
For a richer dip, stir in the cream cheese while the feta is still hot.
Add extra chili flakes for a spicier version.
Serve with toasted baguette slices, pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
