Creamy Turkey Bacon Cheddar Bagels with a Gooey Center
Indulgent bagels with a melty cheddar center, crispy turkey bacon, and a tangy sour cream schmear. Quick and easy recipe for a satisfying snack or brunch. No pork or alcohol included, using halal-compliant ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 bagels 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
7 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
5 oz cooked turkey bacon, diced into ½-inch pieces
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp sour cream, full-fat
1 tsp hot sauce (optional or to taste)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp chopped chives (plus extra for garnish)
4 large sesame bagels
Extra diced turkey bacon and chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each bagel for stability
Cut halfway through the top (seeded side) to create a lid
Use your thumbs to widen each bagel’s cavity
Reserve 1 tbsp turkey bacon and 1 tbsp chives for garnish
Combine cream cheese, cheddar, turkey bacon, mayo, sour cream, hot sauce (if using), salt, and ½ tbsp chives in a bowl and mix until smooth
Divide the filling among the bagels and smooth the tops
Place on a baking tray and bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly
Top each with reserved turkey bacon and chives before serving
Notes
Substitute chicken or plant-based turkey for a non-meat option
Add ½ tsp smoked paprika to the filling for a smoky flavor
Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking
Avoid overfilling to prevent spillage during baking
For a crispier crust, brush bagels with melted halal-certified butter before baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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