Bagel with Cream Cheese (Printable)

Warm toasted bagel topped with smooth cream cheese and your choice of fresh garnishes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bagel

01 - 1 bagel (plain, sesame, whole wheat, or your preferred variety)

→ Cream Cheese

02 - 2-3 tbsp cream cheese (plain or flavored varieties such as chive, veggie, or smoked salmon)

→ Optional Toppings

03 - Sliced cucumber rounds
04 - Sliced tomato
05 - Smoked salmon pieces
06 - Fresh dill sprigs
07 - Capers
08 - Red onion slices

# How to Make It:

01 - Using a serrated knife, carefully cut the bagel in half horizontally to create two even rounds.
02 - Place both bagel halves in a toaster or under a broiler. Toast until golden brown and crisp to the touch, approximately 2-3 minutes.
03 - While the bagel is still warm, use a spreading knife to apply a generous layer of cream cheese across the cut surface of each half.
04 - Layer your desired toppings such as cucumber slices, tomato, smoked salmon, fresh dill, capers, or red onion over the cream cheese.
05 - Serve the bagel while still warm for the best texture and flavor experience.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its breakfast in under ten minutes with maximum satisfaction
  • The warm bagel meets cool cream cheese contrast is magical
02 -
  • Cold cream cheese will tear your bagel apart, so let it sit out for fifteen minutes
  • Toast settings vary wildly, so check after two minutes to avoid burning
03 -
  • Store bagels in the freezer and toast directly from frozen for optimal texture
  • Flip the bagel halfway through toasting for even browning on both sides
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