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holiday cream cheese antipasto log

Delicious Holiday Cream Cheese Antipasto Log to Wow Guests

This holiday cream cheese antipasto log is a delightful, no-cook appetizer bursting with flavor and perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Choose a high-quality, full-fat variety.
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers Opt for oil-packed peppers.
For the Mix
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Can substitute with green olives.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Oil-packed recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley, basil, chives.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for more flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Toasted Nuts e.g., walnuts, pecans, almonds, or pistachios.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all your ingredients on a clean countertop.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, and sun-dried tomatoes. Add herbs, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Lay out plastic wrap and shape the mixture into a log, using the wrap to roll it tightly.
  4. Chill the wrapped log in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  5. Once chilled, unwrap the log and roll it in chopped toasted nuts for a crunchy coating.
  6. Slice into rounds and serve with dippers like crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Let the log chill overnight for enhanced taste.

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