Cream Cheese Salami Roll
Cream Cheese Salami Roll is a simple and delicious appetizer featuring thin slices of flavorful salami filled with a creamy, seasoned cream cheese mixture. Perfect for parties, snacks, or easy entertaining, these roll ups combine the saltiness of salami with a smooth, herbaceous filling and optional garnishes for added flavor and presentation.
- Author: Rami
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 roll ups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Salami
- 12 slices of salami (Genoa, pepperoni, turkey, or chicken salami)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 teaspoons dry chives
- 2 teaspoons dry onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Black pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Green olives
- Pickles or cherry tomatoes (alternative garnish options)
Serving Suggestion (Optional)
- Mix the Cream Cheese Filling: Soften the cream cheese until it is easily spreadable. In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with dry chives, dry onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the Salami: Lay out the salami slices flat on a clean surface, such as a cutting board, making sure they’re arranged in a single layer for easy spreading.
- Spread the Cream Cheese: Using a spoon, evenly spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture over each slice of salami, covering the entire surface but not too thickly to avoid overflow during rolling.
- Roll Up the Salami: Starting at one end of each salami slice, carefully roll the slice around the cream cheese filling, ensuring a tight but gentle roll that keeps the filling enclosed without stretching or tearing the salami.
- Secure with Toothpicks: Insert a toothpick through each rolled salami to keep it securely closed. For ease of serving, you can skewer two or three rolls on a single toothpick.
- Garnish (Optional): Add a garnish such as a green olive or a small pickle piece on each toothpick to enhance presentation and add complementary flavors.
- Serve: Arrange the cream cheese salami rolls on a serving platter. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to enjoy. These roll ups are delicious chilled or at room temperature, making them perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for easy mixing and spreading.
- Choose salami slices that are large enough to hold a good amount of filling without being too thick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Optional garnishes like olives, pickles, or cherry tomatoes add a nice contrast in flavor and color.
- Pretzels make a crunchy and tasty accompaniment when serving these roll ups.
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