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Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log

Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log: Effortless Delight

Elevate your appetizer game with this Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log. A stunning centerpiece that serves as a crowd-pleaser for any festive gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat for the best result.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional, for garnish.
For the Flavor Mix
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Olives Can swap with sun-dried tomatoes.
  • 1/3 cup Diced Roasted Red Peppers Fresh bell peppers can also work.
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Salami or Pepperoni Omit for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley or Basil Chives can be a substitute.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, adjust per preference.
For Garnish (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Omit if preferred.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olives, roasted red peppers, garlic, salami or pepperoni, and parsley or basil.
  3. Divide the softened cream cheese into two portions and shape one half into a log.
  4. Press half of the antipasto mixture onto the log's surface.
  5. Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and place on a serving platter. Optional: drizzle olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
  7. Slice the log into pieces and serve with crackers, cucumber rounds, or veggie sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture. Finely chop ingredients for even flavor distribution and allow ample chilling time for optimal results.

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