Description
Introducing the Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log: a stunning and delectable appetizer that combines rich Mediterranean flavors with an elegant presentation. Perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers, this cheese log is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (finely chopped)
- 1/3 cup green and black olives (chopped)
- 1/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup parsley (finely chopped, for coating)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Assorted crackers
- Toasted baguette slices
- Fresh vegetable sticks
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese with roasted red peppers, olives, artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a log on plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once firm, roll the log in finely chopped parsley for an even coat.
- Garnish with rosemary sprigs and cranberries on a serving platter.
- Serve with assorted crackers or toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing. Customize your log by incorporating different herbs or nuts based on taste preferences. This appetizer can be prepared up to two days in advance.