Festive Holiday Cream Cheese Antipasto Log
If you’re aiming to impress your guests with a stunning and delicious appetizer, look no further than this festive holiday cream cheese antipasto log. This vibrant dish combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with a medley of colorful ingredients like roasted red peppers, black olives, and fresh herbs. It’s not only quick to prepare but also makes for an eye-catching centerpiece on any appetizer table. Ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, this antipasto log is a versatile option that can be made ahead of time, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities with your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped 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 combined.
- Place plastic wrap on a clean surface. Spoon the mixture into the center and roll tightly into a log shape using the wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up.
- Once chilled, unwrap and roll in finely chopped toasted nuts until evenly coated.
- Serve with an assortment of crackers or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg