Festive Holiday Cream Cheese Antipasto Log
Delight your guests with this festive holiday cream cheese antipasto log, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s simple to prepare and perfect for any gathering. With a creamy base made from softened cream cheese mixed with roasted red peppers, black olives, and sun-dried tomatoes, this dish offers a beautiful balance of savory and crunchy elements. It can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, allowing you more time to enjoy the festivities with loved ones. The antipasto log is not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile; serve it with an array of crackers, fresh veggies, or sliced baguette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (chopped)
- 1/3 cup black olives (pitted and chopped)
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup toasted nuts (finely chopped)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Add garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Lay a piece of plastic wrap on a clean surface. Spoon the mixture into the center and roll tightly into a log shape.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Once chilled, remove from plastic wrap and roll in finely chopped toasted nuts until evenly coated.
- Serve with assorted crackers or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 log slice (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg