Antipasto Cream Cheese Log is a festive, colorful appetizer packed with Mediterranean flavors. It’s creamy, tangy, and loaded with all the good things from an antipasto platter — olives, roasted peppers, herbs, and cheese. Perfect for parties, holidays, or an easy make-ahead snack served with crackers, breadsticks, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
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2 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup chopped roasted red peppers
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½ cup chopped black or green olives
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¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)
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¼ cup finely chopped salami or pepperoni
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (or 1 teaspoon dried)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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½ cup chopped pistachios or chopped parsley (for coating)
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Chill time: 1 hour
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Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Serving
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Serves 8–10 as an appetizer
Instructions
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Mix the base:
In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, salami, parsley, basil, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined. -
Shape the log:
Place the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a log, about 8 inches long. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm. -
Coat the log:
Once firm, unwrap and roll the log in chopped pistachios or parsley to coat the outside evenly. -
Serve:
Transfer to a serving platter and serve with crackers, crostini, or sliced baguette.
Tips
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To make it vegetarian, skip the salami or pepperoni.
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Add artichoke hearts or marinated mushrooms for more antipasto flavor.
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Make ahead — it can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge, wrapped tightly.
Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: 210
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Protein: 6g
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Carbohydrates: 4g
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Fat: 19g
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Fiber: 1g
Antipasto Cream Cheese Log brings together the savory goodness of Italian antipasto in one creamy, irresistible bite — a crowd-pleasing starter that looks as good as it tastes.
