Description
The festive holiday cream cheese antipasto log is a delightful appetizer that combines creamy, savory, and crunchy elements, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese: 8 oz (1 package, softened)
- Roasted red peppers: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Black olives: 1/3 cup, pitted and chopped
- Sun-dried tomatoes: 1/3 cup, chopped (preferably oil-packed)
- Fresh herbs: 1/4 cup, finely chopped (such as parsley, basil, or chives)
- Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
- Crushed red pepper flakes: 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Toasted nuts: 1/2 cup, finely chopped (such as walnuts or pecans)
- Salt: to taste
- Black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the 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 cream cheese mixture onto the center and roll it tightly to form a log shape.
- Chill the log in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Once chilled, remove from plastic wrap and roll in finely chopped toasted nuts. Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- Can be made a day ahead for better flavor.
- Ensure to serve with gluten-free options if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cream cheese, antipasto log, appetizer, holiday, festive