This Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes is the perfect snack that is easy to make. When combined with the tomatoes and fresh basil, the feta cheese dip is bursting with flavor.

Baked feta dip in a cast iron skillet with crostini.

We all have that dish that we can never pass up when eating out at a restaurant. Mine? A Baked Feta Dip.

It NEVER disappoints!

This dip is great to make for a summer BBQ or family gathering or as a part of your game day spread. Being so easy to make, you’ll want to make this dip a staple in your recipe rotation.

This Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes is full of delicious, mediterranean flavors. Baked with olive oil, bursting cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, it creates the perfect flavor combination.

Pair it with your favorite chip or dipping vessel for the ultimate bite.

Main Ingredients

Ingredients in skillet to make baked feta.

How to Make Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
  2. Place the block of feta in the middle of an 8×8 baking dish
  3. Spread the tomatoes around the feta in an even layer and drizzle with olive oil
  4. Top with the fresh basil
  5. Place in the oven when heated and bake for 15 minutes
  6. While the feta is baking, toast your crostini if not done already
  7. Check on the feta and rotate the dish 180 degrees. Put the dish back in the oven for an additional 10 minutes
  8. Remove the warm feta dip from the oven. The feta should be soft with a golden color on the top/sides
  9. Smash the tomatoes and mix with the feta until fully combined
  10. Plate in a serving dish or take your crostini and go straight into the baking dish
  11. Enjoy!
Feta and tomatoes in a skillet
Add the feta and cherry tomatoes to a skillet or oven-safe dish
Ingredients in skillet to make baked feta.
Drizzle with olive oil and add fresh basil
Crostini on baking sheet to toast
Toast your crostini while the feta is baking
Baked feta in a skillet
Remove from the oven when feta is golden and soft
Perfectly toasted crostini
Remove the crostini from the oven when crisp to your liking

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best chips to pair with this dip?

Do I have to bake the cheese in a cast iron skillet?

Nope! You can use any oven-safe dish or tray to bake the feta cheese.

How do I know the feta cheese is done baking?

You know the feta cheese is done baking when the edges and top are golden. The cheese should also have spread a little from melting and be soft to the touch.

Can I add this dip to salads or other dishes?

I use a similar method in my Baked Chicken Feta Pasta recipe.

How do I store any leftovers?

Let the dip cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Baked Feta with tomatoes and basil dipping with crostini.
Baked Feta in a skillet with tomatoes, basil and crostini.

Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 people
This Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes is the perfect snack that is easy to make. When combined with the tomatoes and fresh basil, the feta cheese dip is bursting with flavor.
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 package feta, 8 oz
  • 10 oz cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Bread or crackers for dipping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
  • Place the block of feta in the middle of an 8×8 baking dish
  • Spread the tomatoes around the feta in an even layer and drizzle with olive oil
  • Top with the fresh basil
  • Place in the oven when heated and bake for 15 minutes
  • While the feta is baking, toast your crostini if not done already
  • Check on the feta and rotate the dish 180 degrees. Put the dish back in the oven for an additional 10 minutes
  • Remove from the oven when the feta is melty and is golden on the top/sides
  • Smash the tomatoes and mix with the feta until fully combined
  • Plate in a serving dish or take your crostini and go straight into the baking dish
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 194kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 50mg, Sodium: 652mg, Potassium: 198mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 743IU, Vitamin C: 17mg, Calcium: 292mg, Iron: 1mg
Author: Jess Selensky
Course: Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Snack
Cuisine: greek, Mediterranean
Keywords: feta dip, Feta Tomato Dish, feta tomato recipe, greek feta dip, healthy appetizer, healthy snacks, warm feta dip, warm feta recipe

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