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Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels

Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels That Will Brighten Mornings

Enjoy these Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels for a magical breakfast experience filled with savory goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bagels
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bagels
  • 4 bagels Dense, Chewy Bagels Choose varieties like sesame, plain, everything, or onion.
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack.
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon Ensure it’s cooled.
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Can replace with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • 1 tbsp Sour Cream Can also be swapped with more cream cheese.
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce Optional, adjust based on personal preference.
  • to taste Salt A must for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to your taste.
To Garnish
  • 2 slices Reserved Bacon Use some of the cooked bacon to top the bagels.
  • 2 tbsp Chives Chopped for garnishing.

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper
  • spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, crumbled cooled bacon, mayonnaise, sour cream, hot sauce (if using), and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Slice a thin piece off the bottom of each bagel and hollow out the center with a spoon to create space for the filling.
  3. Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each hollowed bagel with the cream cheese mixture and level off the top.
  4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the filled bagels for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  5. Remove the bagels from the oven, let cool slightly, and top with reserved bacon crumbs and fresh chives before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagelCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the cream cheese mixture to chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before filling for enhanced flavor. Toast bagels thoroughly to avoid sogginess.

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