Description
Rich Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log is a sophisticated yet simple appetizer that combines creamy texture and vibrant flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings. This delightful dish features a blend of fresh herbs and savory antipasto ingredients encased in smooth cream cheese, making it an eye-catching centerpiece. Serve it alongside crunchy crackers or fresh vegetables to impress your guests and elevate your festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 cup antipasto mix (olives, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts), finely chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, blend softened cream cheese with garlic powder and cracked black pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the chopped parsley, basil, and chives to infuse the mixture with fresh flavors.
- Gently incorporate the finely chopped antipasto mix until evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
- Spoon the mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.
- Before serving, remove from wrap and roll in additional herbs or crushed nuts for garnish. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg