Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log
This Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log is a delightful appetizer perfect for your holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Plastic Wrap
- plate
- serving platter
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Log Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup roasted red peppers finely chopped and drained
- ⅓ cup green and black olives chopped
- ¼ cup marinated artichoke hearts chopped
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup parsley finely chopped, for coating
- fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
- cranberries for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with roasted red peppers, green and black olives, marinated artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed to create a smooth, flavorful mixture.
- Place a large sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the plastic wrap and gently shape it into a log. Wrap the log tightly, ensuring it maintains its shape, and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Spread the finely chopped parsley on a large plate. Once the cheese log has firmed up, unwrap it and roll it in the parsley, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.
- Transfer the coated cheese log to a serving platter. Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs and cranberries around the log for a festive holiday presentation.
- Serve the antipasto cream cheese log with an assortment of crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is softened to make mixing easier. Drain the roasted red peppers and olives thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the mixture. Chill the log well to ensure it holds its shape during coating and serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1logCalories: 145kcalProtein: 4gSodium: 250mg
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