By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 12
396 cal · 10 min
Feta and Walnut Spread with Fig Preserves
Recipe GLPR8bb5f753a13499
A creamy, sophisticated spread combining toasted walnuts and rich feta cheese with a sweet fig preserve swirl. Perfect for serving on crackers, bread, or as a cheese course accent. This Greek-inspired appetizer balances savory and sweet flavors with a luxurious texture.
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Ingredients
1 pound walnut pieces, toasted
12 ounces feta cheese
1/3 cup fig preserves
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Toast the walnut pieces in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Transfer to a food processor and let cool slightly.
Add the feta cheese and heavy cream to the food processor with the cooled walnuts.
Pulse the mixture until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency with just a hint of walnut texture remaining. Do not over-process.
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste and pulse once more to combine.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and create a shallow well or divot in the center.
Spoon the fig preserves into the center well, allowing some to pool naturally in the spread.
Serve immediately at room temperature or chill until ready to serve with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.
Comments
Every ingredient is stocked at any Charlotte grocery chain—walnuts and feta are standbys at Harris Teeter and Food Lion, fig preserves sit on most shelf-stable shelves, and heavy cream is universal. Cost runs roughly $1.50 to $2 per serving depending on walnut and feta quality, which is reasonable for an appetizer spread. The ten-minute stated time is honest; this is a food processor pulse-and-blend job with zero actual cooking. It reheats poorly and works best as a same-night dip or spread, limiting its weeknight utility, though the make-ahead window and shelf stability of feta mean you can prep it hours in advance.
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