Crispy Bacon and Fresh Scallion Cream Cheese Bagel
Easy Brunch Recipe: How to Make Bacon Scallion Cream Cheese Bagel
Introducing the perfect ‘Bacon Scallion Cream Cheese Bagel’ for your weekend brunch or a quick snack! The chewy bagel combined with creamy cream cheese, savory bacon, and aromatic scallions creates a sensational flavor explosion. It’s also a wonderful pairing with coffee, making it an ideal treat for a leisurely afternoon. 👩🍳
Key Ingredients- 1 Bagel
Flavorful Spread Ingredients- 150g Cream Cheese
- 2 stalks Fresh Scallions
- 2 strips Savory Bacon
- 1 Tbsp Sweet Corn Syrup (or Oligodang)
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- 150g Cream Cheese
- 2 stalks Fresh Scallions
- 2 strips Savory Bacon
- 1 Tbsp Sweet Corn Syrup (or Oligodang)
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the bagel. Slice the bagel in half. For an even better texture with a crispy exterior and chewy interior, lightly toast it in an oven or air fryer. However, you can skip this step and use it as is – it will still be delicious!
Step 2
Finely chop the bacon into small pieces. Chopping it small ensures it mixes well with the cream cheese and provides a pleasant bite.
Step 3
Similarly, thinly slice the scallions. The fresh aroma of the scallions will enhance the flavors of the bacon and cream cheese.
Step 4
Now, place the chopped bacon in a dry pan (no oil needed) and cook over medium-low heat until crispy. This allows the bacon’s own fat to render and make it perfectly crisp.
Step 5
Once the bacon is golden brown and crispy, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease. If the bacon pieces seem too large, you can chop them further at this stage for easier mixing into the spread.
Step 6
In a bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Then, mix in the thinly sliced scallions and the crispy, drained bacon.
Step 7
Add 1 tablespoon of sweet corn syrup (or Oligodang) for sweetness and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice for a touch of brightness to harmonize the flavors.
Step 8
Now that all the ingredients are together, use a spatula or fork to mix everything thoroughly until well combined. You’ll have a delicious spread featuring savory bacon and aromatic scallions!
Step 9
Generously spread the finished bacon and scallion cream cheese mixture onto your prepared bagel. Enjoy your hearty and flavorful bagel sandwich! 😊
