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Cream Cheese Antipasto Log

Delicious Cream Cheese Antipasto Log for Effortless Entertaining

The Cream Cheese Antipasto Log is an effortless appetizer that combines creamy cheese, tangy olives, and savory peppers for a perfect holiday gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Antipasto Log
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened, full-fat for best texture
  • 0.5 cup Roasted Red Peppers diced, oil-packed for extra flavor
  • 0.5 cup Black Olives pitted and sliced
  • 0.25 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped, oil-packed
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley, basil, chives
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for bolder flavor
  • 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust for spice tolerance
  • 1 cup Toasted Nuts e.g., walnuts, pecans, for added crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt season to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper season to taste
For the Coating
  • 0.5 cup Finely Chopped Nuts for a crunchy exterior

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients including cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, toasted nuts, and seasonings.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic powder, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Lay a piece of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Shape the cream cheese mixture into a log on the center of the wrap. Roll tightly and twist the ends to seal.
  4. Chill the wrapped log in the refrigerator for at least one hour or overnight for better flavor.
  5. Once chilled, unwrap the log and roll in finely chopped nuts, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter and slice into segments. Serve with dippers like crackers, fresh veggies, or sliced baguette.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This appetizer can be prepared a day in advance to save time and stress while entertaining guests.

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