Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels: Irresistibly Quick & Easy

Enjoy Zesty Bacon Cream Cheese Bagels, a quick and delicious breakfast that combines creamy texture with savory flavors.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 8

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 bagels

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Spread

8 ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature
4-5 slices bacon thick-cut recommended
2 stalks green onions finely chopped
1 whole jalapeño optional, seeds removed for milder flavor
½ lemon lemon juice fresh-squeezed preferred
1 teaspoon garlic powder
to taste black pepper freshly ground
to taste red pepper flakes optional

For Toasting

2 whole bagels your favorite type

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
toaster or oven
spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Soften cream cheese at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Cook bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
Finely chop green onions and jalapeño, removing seeds if desired.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and jalapeño. Add lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth.
Preheat toaster or oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice bagels in half and toast until golden brown, about 4-6 minutes.
Spread the zesty bacon cream cheese mixture generously on toasted bagels. Top with extra green onions or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagel halfCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature and bacon is crispy before mixing. Bagels can be toasted directly from the fridge or freezer.

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