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Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels

Irresistibly Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels for Breakfast Bliss

Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels are a delightful breakfast option that elevates your morning routine.
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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: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bagels
  • 4 bagels Fresh Bagels Use dense bagels for the best texture.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Low-fat options can work as a lighter substitute.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider sharp cheddar for a bolder flavor.
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon Ensure it's crispy and cooled before mixing.
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Can leave it out for a lighter spread.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a great alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Hot Sauce Optional; adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on the bacon's saltiness.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust based on the bacon's saltiness.
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Chives Offers fresh flavor; can substitute with green onions.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, cooked bacon, mayonnaise, sour cream, and optional hot sauce until well blended.
  3. Slice a thin layer off the bottom of each bagel for stability and scoop out some of the center.
  4. Fill each bagel with the cream cheese mixture generously and smooth the tops.
  5. Bake the bagels for 12-15 minutes until golden and the filling is bubbling.
  6. Once baked, let them cool slightly and garnish with crispy bacon and chopped chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagelCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cooked bacon is cooled before mixing and do a taste test of the filling for seasoning adjustments.

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