Toasted Bagel & Cream Cheese Recipe
sesame, plain or everything bagel
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Ingredients
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Bagel & Cream Cheese
Method
Preparation
- 1
Toast the Bagels
Preheat your toaster or oven to medium-high heat. Place the bagels cut-side up on the toaster rack or a baking sheet if using the oven.
- 2
Toast Time
Toast the bagels for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy to your liking.
- 3
Prepare the Cream Cheese
While the bagels are toasting, take the cream cheese out of the fridge and let it soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes for easier spreading.
- 4
Season the Cream Cheese
If using fresh chives, finely chop them and mix them into the softened cream cheese along with a pinch of salt and black pepper if desired.
- 5
Spread the Cream Cheese
Once the bagels are toasted, spread 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture evenly onto each half of the bagels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the toasted bagels with cream cheese immediately, garnished with additional chives if desired.
