Description
Cheesy Spinach-Artichoke Bagels — a perfect savory snack or brunch idea with all the creamy, cheesy goodness of spinach artichoke dip inside a warm bagel!
Ingredients
Bagels:
- 4 large bagels, halved (plain, everything, or your favorite kind)
Filling:
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts (canned or jarred, drained)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a little heat
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream (or yogurt), mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, chopped spinach, and artichokes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Stuff the bagels: Spread the spinach-artichoke mixture generously on the cut side of each bagel half.
- Bake: Place the stuffed bagels on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then enjoy warm as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
Notes
- Use mini bagels for bite-sized appetizers.
- Add cooked bacon or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- For a crispier top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel half
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
