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Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels

Toasted bagels topped with a creamy, zesty cream cheese spread and savory smoked turkey bacon. Quick, comforting, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bagels
  • 4 pieces Bagels plain, sesame, or everything
Zesty Cream Cheese Spread
  • 225 g Cream cheese softened
  • 2 tsp Lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Savory Topping
  • 6 slices Smoked turkey bacon cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 2 tbsp Green onions finely chopped

Equipment

  • Toaster or Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Slice the bagels in half and toast them until lightly golden and crisp.
  2. Cook the smoked turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain and chop into small pieces.
  3. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Fold the chopped turkey bacon and green onions into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Spread the zesty cream cheese generously over the warm toasted bagels and serve immediately.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, replace turkey bacon with sautéed mushrooms. Light cream cheese or dairy-free alternatives can be used for a lighter option.