Cream Cheese Stuffed Bagels with Herbed Garlic Butter and Sesame Seeds Recipe

Introduction

Cream Cheese Stuffed Bagels are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining soft bagels with a flavorful herbed cream cheese filling. Baked until golden and topped with a garlic butter glaze and sesame seeds, these bagels make a perfect snack or brunch treat.

Ingredients

• 6 plain bagels
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 small garlic clove (finely grated or minced)
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, fresh parsley, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth.
3. Step 3: Cut 8 slits into each bagel, being careful not to cut all the way through.
4. Step 4: Place the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag or a sandwich bag with the corner cut off. Pipe a stripe of filling into each slit until all bagels are filled.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder, smoked paprika, parsley, and a pinch of salt.
6. Step 6: Dip each stuffed bagel into the garlic butter mixture, ensuring they are coated well, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Step 7: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the tops of the bagels.
8. Step 8: Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the bagels are golden and puffed.

Tips & Variations

• Use flavored cream cheese like chive or onion for a different twist.
• Try adding chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives to the filling for extra flavor.
• If you don’t have sesame seeds, poppy seeds or everything bagel seasoning work well too.
• For a smokier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese filling.

Storage

Store leftover stuffed bagels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a preheated oven at 300°F for about 10 minutes to crisp up the exterior and heat the filling evenly.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of bagels for this recipe?

Yes, you can use any type of bagel you prefer, such as everything, sesame, or whole wheat, depending on your taste.

Is it possible to prepare these in advance?

Absolutely. You can stuff the bagels ahead of time and keep them covered in the fridge for a few hours before baking. Just add a couple of extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.

Cream Cheese Stuffed Bagels with Herbed Garlic Butter and Sesame Seeds Recipe

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Delightfully savory Cream Cheese Stuffed Bagels infused with garlic, herbs, and a buttery topping, baked to golden perfection. This recipe offers a delicious twist on plain bagels by filling them with a flavorful herbed cream cheese mixture and finishing with a fragrant garlic butter glaze and crunchy sesame seeds.

• Author: Sienna
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 6 stuffed bagels 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Bagels

• 6 plain bagels

Herbed Cream Cheese Filling

• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 small garlic clove (finely grated or minced)
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Garlic Butter Topping

• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• Salt to taste
• 1–2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
2. Prepare Herbed Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, finely chopped fresh parsley, grated garlic, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined to create a flavorful filling.
3. Slice Bagels: Using a sharp knife, cut 8 slits evenly around each bagel, taking care not to cut all the way through the bagel to create pockets for the filling.
4. Fill Bagels: Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag or a sandwich bag with a corner cut off. Pipe the cream cheese mixture into each of the slits on every bagel, filling them evenly.
5. Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to blend all flavors.
6. Coat Bagels: Dip each cream cheese-stuffed bagel into the garlic butter mixture, ensuring even coating. Place the coated bagels onto the prepared baking sheet or a lightly greased baking dish lined with parchment paper.
7. Add Sesame Seeds: Sprinkle the tops of the coated bagels generously with sesame seeds to add a nutty flavor and appealing crunch.
8. Bake: Bake the stuffed bagels in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown and puffed up, and the cream cheese filling is heated through.

Notes

• Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and piping.
• Do not cut the bagels completely through to prevent the filling from spilling out during baking.
• Use fresh herbs for the best flavor but dried can be substituted if needed, adjusting quantity accordingly.
• These stuffed bagels are best served warm and fresh from the oven.
• Feel free to add other toppings such as poppy seeds or everything bagel seasoning for variety.

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