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cream cheese antipasto log

Cream Cheese Antipasto Log: A Festive Appetizer Delight

This cream cheese antipasto log is a festive appetizer that pairs creamy goodness with a crunchy, colorful exterior. Perfect for holiday gatherings or last-minute entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Log
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for the creamiest texture.
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers Opt for oil-packed for enhanced flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Feel free to substitute with green or kalamata.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Choose oil-packed for richness.
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley/Basil/Chives) Pick your favorite for freshness.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can be substituted with fresh garlic.
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to control heat level.
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Nuts (Walnuts/Pecans) Almonds or pistachios are great alternatives.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop.
  2. Combine softened cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs in a mixing bowl.
  3. Sprinkle in garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, then blend until smooth and well combined.
  4. Spoon the mixture onto plastic wrap, shaping it into a log, and roll tightly to secure.
  5. Chill the log in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  6. Unwrap and roll the log in chopped toasted nuts before serving.
  7. Transfer the antipasto log to a serving platter and pair with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This easy-to-make antipasto log can be prepared a day ahead to enhance flavors. Feel free to customize with different vegetables or herbs.

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