Description
This elevated antipasto cream cheese log is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer—creamy, savory, and bursting with festive Italian flavors. Packed with vibrant ingredients and rolled into an eye-catching log, it’s perfect for charcuterie boards or holiday spreads. This doubled-up version makes enough to impress a crowd, with extra flair to keep it unforgettable.
Ingredients
• 32 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 cup black and green olives, mixed and chopped
• 1 cup roasted red peppers, finely chopped
• ⅔ cup salami and pepperoni, chopped (mix for flavor variety)
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• ¼ cup chopped artichoke hearts (new twist!)
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest (adds brightness)
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a mild kick)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Garnish:
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley or basil
• ¼ cup finely chopped roasted red peppers
• ¼ cup finely chopped olives
• ¼ cup chopped pistachios or walnuts (for crunch and color)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese until smooth.
Add sun-dried tomatoes, olives, roasted red peppers, salami, artichokes, Parmesan, parsley, and lemon zest. Mix well.
Stir in the seasonings: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.
Lay out a sheet of plastic wrap and spoon the mixture onto it. Shape into a tight log using the wrap to roll and form.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) until firm.
Before serving, unwrap and roll the log in the garnish mixture (parsley, red peppers, olives, and nuts) for a festive finish.
Serve chilled with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or veggie sticks.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 5g