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Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log

Delicious Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log Recipe

A no-cook Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log that dazzles with creamy cheese, roasted red peppers, and crunchy nuts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Log
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Roasted red peppers Oil-packed for better taste
  • 1/2 cup Black olives Substitute with green or kalamata olives if desired
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Oil-packed varieties recommended
  • 1/4 cup Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or chives) Mix and match as preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Optional, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes Adjust based on heat tolerance
  • 1/2 cup Toasted nuts (walnuts or pecans) Almonds or pistachios can be used too
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste
For Coating
  • 1/2 cup Finely chopped toasted nuts Use a mix of your favorites

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • rubber spatula
  • plastic wrap
  • Plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather and measure all ingredients for the Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the 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 to taste. Mix until smooth.
  3. Lay out plastic wrap, spoon the creamy mixture into the center, shape into a log, and wrap tightly.
  4. Chill the wrapped log in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  5. Unwrap the log and roll in finely chopped toasted nuts to coat evenly. Slice and serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to use high-quality fresh ingredients for the best taste. Chill overnight to enhance flavor melding and texture.

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