Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese (Print Version)

Cream cheese log adorned with olives, peppers, herbs, and cranberries—ideal for holiday entertaining and snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened

→ Vegetables and Fruit

02 - 1/2 cup mixed green and black olives, finely chopped
03 - 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, drained and diced
04 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries

→ Fresh Herbs

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

→ Staple Ingredients

07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon olive oil, optional

→ To Serve

09 - Crackers, crostini, or bread

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with garlic powder and mix until completely smooth.
02 - Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on the counter. Transfer the cream cheese mixture onto it and shape into a uniform log. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the cheese to firm.
03 - In a small bowl, combine the chopped olives, diced roasted red peppers, chopped parsley, and chopped rosemary. Drizzle with olive oil if desired, then stir to mix evenly.
04 - Remove the chilled cheese log from the plastic wrap and place on a serving platter. Gently press the olive, pepper, and herb mixture over the surface, coating all sides.
05 - Scatter dried cranberries across the top for added color and tartness. Garnish with additional parsley or rosemary if desired. Serve immediately with crackers, crostini, or bread.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in less than 30 minutes for effortless entertaining
  • Uses pantry staples plus a few fresh herbs
  • Can be prepped ahead and easily doubled or tripled for a crowd
  • Naturally gluten free when paired with gluten free crackers or veggies
  • Impressive yet easy enough for first-time hosts
02 -
  • Keeps beautifully in the refrigerator up to four days
  • Delivers classic antipasto flavors in every bite
  • Fits every occasion from holiday parties to casual watch nights
03 -
  • Let your cream cheese reach full room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps
  • Chop toppings as finely as possible for beautiful color and easy spreading
  • If the log softens too much when garnishing pop it back in the fridge for ten minutes before serving

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