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Antipasto Cheese Log – The Perfect Italian-Inspired Party Appetizer

A creamy cheese log coated with classic antipasto ingredients like olives, roasted peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Base
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Antipasto Coating
  • 0.25 cup black olives chopped
  • 0.25 cup green olives chopped
  • 0.25 cup roasted red peppers diced
  • 0.25 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 0.25 cup mini pepperoni or salami chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
For Serving
  • crackers
  • crostini or baguette slices

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Plastic wrap
  • Serving platter
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

  1. Mix cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Place cheese mixture on plastic wrap and shape into a log.
  3. Combine olives, roasted peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, pepperoni, and parsley.
  4. Roll the cheese log in the antipasto mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve with crackers or toasted bread.

Notes

This appetizer can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator until serving.