Description
Culinary magic happens when Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Bagels arrive at your table, blending creamy textures with bold Mediterranean flavors. Crisp bagel edges cradle a luxurious blend of melted cheese, tender spinach, and hearty artichokes that will delight you from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella, divided
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) freshly grated Parmesan
Vegetables & Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) finely chopped artichoke hearts
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) finely chopped spinach
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Base:
- 2 bagels, halved
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring even surface coverage.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly blend cream cheese with finely chopped artichoke hearts, drained spinach, most of the mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, stirring until ingredients are evenly distributed and create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Slice bagels in half and arrange them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Generously spread the spinach-artichoke mixture across each bagel half, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over the topped bagels, creating a light, even layer.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until bagels are heated through and cheese becomes completely melted and slightly golden.
- Optional: For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven and garnish with additional fresh parsley and red pepper flakes for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while warm and cheese is still gooey.
Notes
- Toast bagels beforehand for extra crispiness and prevent sogginess during baking.
- Use fresh spinach instead of frozen to reduce excess moisture and maintain better texture.
- Select firm, high-quality bagels that can withstand the creamy topping without falling apart.
- Replace regular cream cheese with low-fat or dairy-free alternatives for healthier dietary options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg