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Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels

Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels for a Cozy Brunch Delight

Enjoy these Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels, a perfect blend of creamy cheese and crispy bacon for a delightful breakfast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bagels
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Bagels
  • 4 pieces Sesame Seed Bagels Substitute with plain, everything, or onion bagels if desired.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Swap with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese for different flavors.
  • 1 cup Diced Cooked Bacon Should be cooled completely.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Optional for a lighter filling.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • to taste Hot Sauce Feel free to use your favorite spice blend!
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust according to the saltiness of the bacon.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking tray
  • spatula
  • butter knife
  • Parchment Paper
  • spoon

Method
 

Prep the Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, diced cooked bacon, mayo, and sour cream until smooth. Add hot sauce to taste and set aside.
Prepare the Bagels
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Slice a small layer off the bottom of each bagel and hollow out the center to create space for the filling.
Stuff the Bagels
  1. Generously fill each hollow bagel with the creamy filling, smoothing the tops with a knife.
Bake
  1. Arrange the filled bagels on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
Garnish & Serve
  1. Allow the bagels to cool slightly, then garnish with reserved bacon bits and chopped chives. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagelCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow diced cooked bacon to cool completely before mixing into the cream cheese. Ensure to toast the bagels to a golden-brown crust to prevent sogginess. Let the filling chill for 30 minutes for better flavor melding.

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