Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChick & Ruth's DellyBagel Tray Recipe

Bagel Tray Recipe

Time30m
Serves8

Assorted bagels, Swiss and American cheese, cream cheese, jelly, butter and margarine.

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Ingredients

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Bagels

Spreads

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Ingredients

    Collect all bagels, cheese slices, cream cheese, jelly, butter, and margarine on a large tray.

  2. 2

    Slice Bagels

    Using a serrated knife, slice each bagel in half horizontally. Arrange the bagel halves cut side up on the tray.

  3. 3

    Arrange Cheese

    Place Swiss and American cheese slices on the tray next to the bagels. You can stack them or lay them out flat.

  4. 4

    Add Spreads

    In small bowls, portion the cream cheese, jelly, butter, and margarine. Place these bowls on the tray for easy access.

Serving

  1. 5

    Set Up for Guests

    Set the tray on a table or serving area where guests can easily access it. Provide knives or spreaders for the cream cheese and butter.

  2. 6

    Enjoy

    Invite guests to assemble their own bagels with their choice of cheese and spreads.

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