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Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels

Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels for a Flavorful Breakfast Upgrade

Delight in these Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels that combine crispy bacon with creamy cheese for an irresistible breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bagels
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bagels
  • 4 bagels fresh bagels dense varieties, avoid pre-sliced
For the Cream Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz cream cheese full-fat, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese can substitute with another melting cheese
  • 6 slices cooked bacon crispy and cooled
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise optional, can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp hot sauce adjust spice level to preference
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Garnish
  • reserved bacon reserved bacon for topping
  • 2 tbsp chives fresh, chopped

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking tray
  • oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels
  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced cooked bacon, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Add hot sauce, then season with salt and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  2. Slice a thin layer off the bottom of each bagel to create a flat base. Hollow out the insides, keeping the top intact to hold the filling.
  3. Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each hollowed bagel, smoothing the tops for even distribution.
  4. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Arrange filled bagels on a baking tray and bake for 12-15 minutes until tops are golden and bubbly.
  5. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with reserved bacon bits and chopped chives. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagelCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bagels are great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment.

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